Classic Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry Sauce

Savor the taste of Sweden with Classic Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry Sauce!

These tender, flavorful meatballs are seasoned with a blend of spices, then cooked to perfection and served with a creamy gravy. Paired with the sweet-tart flavor of lingonberry sauce, this dish is a quintessential part of Swedish cuisine, perfect for a comforting meal that’s both rich and satisfying.

How to Make Classic Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry Sauce  👇👇👇

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 lb ground pork
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons butter (for frying)

For the Gravy:

• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving:

• Lingonberry sauce
• Mashed potatoes (optional)
• Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Meatballs:

In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let the mixture sit for a few minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the milk.

• In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, chopped onion, egg, ground allspice, ground nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.
• Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.

2. Cook the Meatballs:

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes per batch. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside.

3. Make the Gravy:

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes to form a roux.

• Gradually whisk in the beef broth, stirring constantly until the gravy thickens. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Return the cooked meatballs to the skillet, simmering in the gravy for a few minutes until heated through.

4. Serve and Enjoy:

Serve the Swedish meatballs hot, with a side of lingonberry sauce and mashed potatoes if desired. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Grocery List for Easy Shopping

• Ground beef
• Ground pork
• Breadcrumbs
• Milk
• Onion
• Egg
• Ground allspice
• Ground nutmeg
• Salt
• Pepper
• Butter
• All-purpose flour
• Beef broth
• Heavy cream
• Lingonberry sauce
• Mashed potatoes (optional)
• Fresh parsley (optional)

This classic Swedish dish is perfect for a cozy and comforting meal, combining rich, savory meatballs with the sweet-tart contrast of lingonberry sauce. Enjoy every bite! 🌟🍽️

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