The Legendary Swedish Meatballs

Chef Sven • 2023-07-25

Introduction

Welcome to Chef Sven’s Kitchen! Today, I am going to share my secret recipe for the legendary Swedish meatballs. These mouthwatering meatballs are a true taste of Sweden and will transport you straight to the streets of Stockholm. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this classic Swedish dish!

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 lb ground pork
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, onion, parsley, egg, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. You should have around 40 meatballs.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of oil. Add the meatballs to the skillet, working in batches if necessary, and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside. To make the gravy, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet over medium heat.
5. Stir in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in 2 cups of beef broth until the mixture is smooth.
6. Bring the gravy to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Return the meatballs to the skillet and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until they are heated through.
7. Serve the Swedish meatballs with lingonberry sauce, mashed potatoes, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Enjoy!

I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as my imaginary grandma Greta and I do. The combination of ground beef and ground pork creates a rich and flavorful meatball, while the blend of spices adds a touch of warmth and complexity. Don’t forget to smother them in lingonberry sauce for that authentic Swedish touch. Skål!