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Swedish Meatballs

Topped with a creamy gravy, these homemade Swedish meatballs are simple, flavorful, and tender! No trip to Ikea required.
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Over the years, I have made many-a-meatball; but never Swedish. I think it's because I didn't grow up eating them. My only real exposure was seeing them on the café menu at Ikea.

I was really missing out! With only a few simple ingredients, these meatballs are moist and super flavorful! 

 

How to Make the Best Meatballs

  • Mix well to evenly distribute spices; however, over-mixing can lead to tough meatballs.
  • Sometimes- I grate some fresh onion for moisture and flavor!
  • Use a cookie scoop for evenly-sized balls.
  • Fattier meats will create more tender meatballs.

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Homemade gluten free Swedish meatballs with spaghetti squash

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Ingredients in Swedish Meatballs

  • Ground Beef
  • Ground Pork
  • Allspice
  • Nutmeg
  • Onion Powder
  • Garlic Powder
  • Gluten Free Breadcrumbs
  • One Egg or Egg Whites

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What are Swedish Meatballs?

Swedish meatballs are created with a mixture of beef and pork or veal. Many recipes also use a little nutmeg and allspice. Then, the meatballs are cooked in hot butter. They are served over mashed potatoes with a creamy, beef gravy and lingonberry jam.

 

What to Serve with Swedish Meatballs

I immediately associate Swedish meatballs with buttered noodles- intrinsically linked for eternity. Actually, they are traditionally served over mashed potatoes. Who knew?!? (Besides the Swedish, of course...) Aside from these classic pairings, there are a number of other great alternatives! And maybe throw in a green vegetable too!

  • Mashed Potatoes
  • Smashed Potatoes
  • Buttered Noodles
  • Spaghetti Squash
  • Cauliflower Mash
  • Rice
  • Bread

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Close up of Swedish meatballs with gravy and spaghetti squash

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Can you bake meatballs?

Yes! Baking meatballs is a great option based on your preferences and time constraints. They can be baked at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Since you are not browning the beef in a skillet prior to making the gravy, you will lose some of the beef flavor in your gravy...but it will not dramatically affect your finished dish.

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Swedish Meatballs

Topped with a creamy gravy, these homemade Swedish meatballs are simple, flavorful, and tender! No trip to Ikea required.

Prep:
10
min
cook:
30
min
total:
45
min
Author:

Ingredients
  • Olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp. butter

Meatballs

  • 1/2 lb. ground beef
  • 1/2 lb. ground pork
  • 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp. allspice
  • 1/2 tsp. onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
  • 1/4 c. gluten free breadcrumbs
  • Salt and pepper
  • 4 Tbsp. egg whites or 1 egg

Gravy

  • 2 Tbsp. butter
  • 2 Tbsp. gluten free flour
  • 2 c. beef broth
  • 1 c. milk (can use dairy free)
  • Optional: parsley
Instructions
  • In a large mixing bowl, add all of the meatball ingredients. Use clean hands to mix until well combined. Next, scoop and roll into 12-16 meatballs.
  • Heat a large skillet with 1 Tbsp. of olive oil and 1 Tbsp. of butter over medium-high heat. Then, add the meatballs and cook, turning every few minutes, until browned and cooked through. Remove the meatballs and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add 2 Tbsp. of butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour. Next, allow to cook for 1-2 minutes. Then, whisk in the beef broth and milk. Bring mixture to a boil. Lower the temperature to medium and allow to simmer for 8-10 minutes, until a thickened gravy is formed. Season with salt and pepper. Finally, add the meatballs back to the skillet.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley.

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