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Swedish Meatballs

45 minServes 4Nutri-Score C€€
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Ingredients

4 people
  • ground beefMeat400 g
  • ground porkMeat200 g
  • breadcrumbsBakery60 g
  • milkDairy100 ml
  • onion (finely grated)Produce1 piece
  • eggDairy1 piece
  • saltSpices5 g
  • black pepper (ground)Spices2 g
  • allspice (ground)Spices1 g
  • butter (for frying)Dairy40 g
  • butter (for the sauce)Dairy30 g
  • flourPantry30 g
  • beef stockPantry300 ml
  • heavy creamDairy150 ml
  • soy saucePantry15 ml
  • Dijon mustardPantry10 g
  • parsley (chopped)Produce10 g

per serving

Nutrition

453kcal

Carbs
14 g
Proteins
26 g
Fat
33 g
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Tools

  • Mixing bowl
  • Frying pan
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

step by step

Method

  1. Soak the breadcrumbs

    • Pour the milk over the breadcrumbs in a mixing bowl.
    • Let them soak until softened.
    Step 1
  2. Make the meatball mixture

    • Add the ground beef, ground pork, grated onion, egg, salt, black pepper and allspice to the breadcrumbs.
    • Mix until just combined, without overworking the meat.
    Step 2
  3. Shape the meatballs

    • With damp hands, roll the mixture into small, even meatballs.
    Step 3
  4. Fry the meatballs

    • Melt the butter in a frying pan over medium heat.
    • Fry the meatballs in batches, turning, until browned and cooked through.
    • Transfer to a plate and set aside.
    Step 4
  5. Start the cream sauce

    • Melt the butter in a saucepan.
    • Whisk in the flour and cook briefly until lightly golden.
    Step 5
  6. Finish the sauce

    • Whisk in the beef stock gradually until smooth.
    • Stir in the cream, soy sauce and Dijon mustard.
    • Simmer until the sauce thickens.
    Step 6
  7. Combine and serve

    • Return the meatballs to the sauce and warm through.
    • Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve.
    Step 7