Almost Famous Swedish Meatballs Recipe

Steal the show with these irresistible Swedish meatballs! Inspired by Food Network Magazine, this recipe delivers tender, flavorful meatballs perfect as appetizers or a satisfying main course. Get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 50 mins
Calories 310.3 kcal
Protein 33g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Almost Famous Swedish Meatballs

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Passionate home cook & Forktionary contributor.

Ingredients for Almost Famous Swedish Meatballs

  • Breadcrumbs
  • Unsalted Butter
  • White Onion
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Ground Allspice
  • Kosher Salt
  • Fresh Ground White Pepper
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Lean Ground Beef
  • Ground Lean Pork
  • 1 large egg
  • Vegetable Oil
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Low Sodium Beef Broth
  • Heavy Cream
  • Fresh Ground Black Pepper
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Jam

How to Make Almost Famous Swedish Meatballs

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, milk, egg, and chopped onion. Gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Roll the meat mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  4. Melt butter in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the meatballs and stir to coat.
  6. Gradually whisk in beef broth, heavy cream, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
  7. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
  9. Serve immediately, optionally drizzled with extra gravy.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

7 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

50g

Carbs

4g