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Swedish Meatballs and Gravy

Cultural Context

Originating from Sweden, these meatballs are a beloved comfort food, often served with lingonberry sauce and creamy gravy. Traditionally enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings, they embody the warmth of Scandinavian hospitality. Today, Swedish meatballs have gained popularity worldwide, with variations appearing in many cuisines, reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

SwedishSEmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 medium onion
1 large egg
1/2 cup milk
1 cup bread crumbs
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 cup veal stock
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 cup black currant jelly
1 teaspoon salt

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

heavy cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + cornstarch

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner and often less expensive

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be more affordable

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide fiber and are often cheaper than store-bought bread crumbs

1

Start by chopping the onion finely.

2

Sauté the onion in butter until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

3

In a large bowl, combine ground beef and ground pork.

4

Add 1 egg to the meat mixture.

5

Soak bread crumbs in milk for 5-10 minutes, then add to the meat mixture.

6

Add 2 teaspoons of salt (12 grams) to the meat mixture.

7

Add chili powder and paprika to the meat mixture for flavor.

8

Mix everything together until well combined.

9

Roll the mixture into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.

10

In a skillet, heat butter and add the meatballs in batches.

11

Cook the meatballs until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes, then remove from the skillet.

12

In the same skillet, add the remaining sautéed onion to the sauce.

13

Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute to create a roux.

14

Gradually add heavy cream and veal stock, stirring constantly until thickened, about 3-5 minutes.

15

Stir in soy sauce and black currant jelly for added flavor.

16

Return the meatballs to the skillet and coat them with the gravy; heat through for 2-3 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

glutendairyegg

Also Known As

Köttbullar med Gräddsås

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