Ingredients for Ikea Swedish Meatballs
- 1 lb Ground Beef
- 1/2 lb Ground Pork
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup heavy Cream
- Water
- 1/2 medium yellow Onion
- 1 cup plain Breadcrumbs
- 1-2 lbs. Yukon Gold Potatoes
- 1/2 cup Butter
- 1 teaspoon Salt, plus more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon White Pepper, plus more to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon Allspice
- Half And Half
- 2 cups Beef Broth
- Soy Sauce
- 2 tablespoons White Flour, plus more for dusting
- 1/4 cup Milk
- Lingonberry Jam
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How to Make Ikea Swedish Meatballs
- **Prepare the Meatballs:** In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 lb ground pork, 1 cup plain breadcrumbs (or 1 cup panko, toasted and finely crushed), 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup mashed potatoes, 1/4 cup milk, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon white pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon allspice.
- **Sauté the Onion (Optional):** Finely chop 1/2 medium yellow onion. Sauté in 2 tablespoons of butter until golden brown. Add this to the meatball mixture for enhanced flavor.
- **Shape the Meatballs:** Gently shape the mixture into 1.5-inch meatballs. Place them on a floured surface.
- **Brown the Meatballs:** Heat 1/4 cup butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, cooking in batches if necessary. Set aside.
- **Make the Creamy Sauce:** In the same skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter. Whisk in 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour until golden brown (roux).
- **Simmer the Sauce:** Gradually whisk in 2 cups beef stock and 1 cup heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- **Combine and Serve:** Add the browned meatballs to the sauce and simmer for 5 minutes to heat through. Serve immediately over freshly boiled Yukon gold potatoes and lingonberry jam.
- **Prepare Potatoes:** Peel and cube 1-2 lbs. of Yukon gold potatoes. Boil until tender.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
21 g
Sugar
14g
Fat
217g
Carbs
15g
