Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Gravy
Experience the ultimate comfort food with these homemade Swedish Meatballs. Featuring a tender, spiced blend of ground beef and aromatics, these meatballs are seared to perfection and smothered in a rich, velvet-smooth cream gravy. This classic Scandinavian-inspired dish is perfect for a quick, impressive mid-week dinner that warms the soul and satisfies the whole family.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 25
- Total Time: 40
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Scandinavian
- Diet: Non-vegetarian
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg
1/4 cup milk
1/3 cup onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 cup unsalted butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth (alcohol-free)
1 cup heavy cream
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (halal compliant)
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine beef, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, onion, parsley, garlic powder, allspice, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
Roll the mixture into small, uniform balls, about 1 inch in size.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and brown the meatballs on all sides, then remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the butter and stir in the flour to form a roux; cook for 1-2 minutes until golden.
Gradually whisk in the beef broth, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
Return the meatballs to the skillet, bring to a simmer, and cook for 8-10 minutes until the glaze thickens and meatballs are cooked through.
Notes
Use sour cream instead of heavy cream if you prefer a slightly tangy gravy. Ensure your Worcestershire sauce does not contain alcohol. Serve over mashed potatoes or buttered egg noodles for a traditional experience.