Hearty Swedish Meatballs in Creamy Mustard Sauce

Swedish Meatballs with Creamy Sauce

Experience the heartwarming flavors of Sweden with this classic Swedish Meatballs recipe, designed for omnivores while skillfully avoiding any unwanted dietary restrictions. This dish, a beloved staple of Swedish cuisine, combines the savory depth of ground meat with a luscious cream sauce, all while honoring the Nordic tradition of heartiness and warmth. Perfect for a cozy dinner with friends or family, this recipe brings the essence of Sweden to your dining table with tantalizing flavors and a harmony of spices.

Serves: 4, Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground beef and/or pork
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 100 grams breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 100 ml milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 50 grams butter (for frying)
• 200 ml cream (for the sauce)
• 200 ml beef broth
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon thyme

Method

• In a large bowl, mix the ground beef or pork, chopped onion, breadcrumbs, egg, milk, salt, and pepper. Form the mixture into approximately 20 meatballs.
• In a large frying pan, melt the butter over medium heat. Fry the meatballs, turning frequently, until they are browned and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Remove and set aside.
• In the same pan, add the cream, beef broth, Dijon mustard, and thyme. Stir until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.
• Return the meatballs to the pan, mixing to coat them well in the sauce. Let simmer for 5 minutes.
• Serve the meatballs hot with the sauce.

Tips

– For a richer flavor, use a mix of pork and beef.
– Let the breadcrumbs soak in milk for a few minutes to increase the tenderness of the meatballs.
– Pair the dish with boiled or mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam for a classic Swedish touch.

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