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The perfect comfort dinner 🇸🇪. This recipe brings together tender meatballs made from a mix of ground pork and beef, seasoned with parsley and breadcrumbs, and simmered in a rich, creamy sauce. The sauce, made with beef broth, heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard, is silky and full of flavor. Serve these meatballs over egg noodles or mashed potatoes for a satisfying meal. The aroma of sautéed onions and garlic, the golden-browned meatballs, and...
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Heat olive oil in a large pan and sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground pork, ground beef, egg, breadcrumbs, sautéed onions and garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Shape into equal-sized balls.
Add more olive oil to the pan if necessary and cook meatballs on both sides until browned. Remove from pan.
Melt butter in the pan and stir in flour to create a roux.
Pour in beef broth, scraping brown bits off the bottom of the pan.
Mix in heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.
Add meatballs back to the pan and simmer in the sauce for 10 minutes.
Serve with egg noodles or mashed potatoes and top with parsley.
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If you don’t have seasoned breadcrumbs, you can use plain breadcrumbs and add your own seasoning like garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian herbs.
For extra flavor, use fresh parsley instead of dried.
Scraping the brown bits off the pan while adding the beef broth enhances the flavor of the sauce.
Can I use ground turkey instead of pork?
Yes, ground turkey can be used as a substitute for ground pork, but it may slightly alter the flavor.
What can I use instead of Worcestershire sauce?
You can substitute Worcestershire sauce with soy sauce or a mix of soy sauce and a splash of vinegar.
Can I make this dish ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the meatballs and sauce ahead of time. Store them separately and combine when reheating.
What side dishes go well with Swedish meatballs?
Egg noodles, mashed potatoes, or even steamed vegetables pair wonderfully with Swedish meatballs.
How do I store leftovers?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
