Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of homemade IKEA Swedish meatballs. These tender, juicy morsels are expertly spiced and drenched in a creamy sauce that will whisk you away to a cozy Scandinavian kitchen. Perfectly paired with mashed potatoes or served on their own, this dish is guaranteed to impress family and friends at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, chopped onion, milk, egg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Roll the mixture into small balls, approximately the size of golf balls.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook meatballs in batches until browned on all sides (about 8-10 minutes).
- Remove meatballs and add beef broth and Worcestershire sauce to the skillet. Bring to a simmer before whisking in sour cream until smooth.
- Return meatballs to the skillet and let them simmer for an additional five minutes.
- Serve warm with your choice of sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: - For lighter options, substitute ground turkey or plant-based alternatives.- Enhance flavor by adding garlic powder or nutmeg.- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.