Swedish Meatballs (Authentic) With Two Gravies

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Authentic Swedish Meatballs with Two Gravies Recipe
in Main

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
3/4 lb ground pork
1 1/4 cups fine breadcrumbs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon minced parsley
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons fresh dill ( or 1 tsp dried )
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 dash nutmeg
1 dash ginger

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
437
Sugar
3g
Fat
33g
Swedish meatballs are a classic dish that originated in Scandinavia and have gained popularity all over the world. Made with a mixture of beef and pork, these meatballs are juicy and full of flavor. This authentic Swedish meatballs recipe comes with two types of gravies- a creamy white gravy and a brown gravy. Served with mashed potatoes and lingonberry sauce, these meatballs are a perfect comfort dish for cold winter days. Traditionally, Swedish meatballs are enjoyed with boiled or mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, and a side of cucumbers, pickles, or lingonberry jam. They can also be served as a party appetizer or an entree dish.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.In a small pan, sauté the chopped onions in butter until soft. Set aside to cool.
3.In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, dill, eggs, salt, pepper, nutmeg, ginger, and cooled onions until well combined.
4.Form the mixture into balls (about 1 1/2 inches in size) and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
5.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until they are lightly browned.
6.Meanwhile, make the gravies. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Whisk in the flour until smooth.
7.Slowly pour in the beef broth and heavy cream, whisking constantly until the gravy is smooth and thickened.
8.Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve the meatballs hot with the white and brown gravies, mashed potatoes, and lingonberry sauce on the side.

PROS

Swedish meatballs are hearty and flavorful.
They are versatile and can be paired with a variety of sides, making them a great meal option for any occasion.

CONS

Traditional Swedish meatballs are not particularly healthy as they are higher in fat and calories.
They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Swedish meatballs may not be the healthiest food, they do contain protein and iron which are important for building and maintaining muscle. Additionally, the dill in this recipe provides antioxidants that help reduce inflammation in the body.

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