Description
Swedish meatballs, a classic Nordic comfort dish, bring warmth and rich flavors to dinner tables. Hearty ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a memorable meal you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb (907 g) ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- ¾ cup seasoned bread crumbs
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp coarsely ground pepper
- ¾ tsp salt
- ⅓ cup minced fresh parsley
- ¼ tsp ground allspice (optional)
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
- 2–¾ cups 2% milk
- 2 cans (10.5 oz/298 g each) condensed beef consomme, undiluted
- ¼ cup butter, cubed
- 1 package (16 oz/454 g) egg noodles
Instructions
- Meatball Composition: Integrate bread crumbs, diced onion, whisked eggs, chopped parsley, and seasonings in a large mixing bowl. Gently fold ground beef into the mixture, ensuring even distribution without compressing the proteins.
- Shaping and Browning: Craft uniform spherical meatballs and sear in a preheated skillet over medium heat. Rotate systematically to achieve a golden-crisp exterior, working in batches to maintain optimal temperature and prevent overcrowding.
- Gravy Foundation: Utilize the reserved skillet drippings to create a light roux by sprinkling flour and stirring continuously. Gradually whisk in milk to develop a silky smooth base, eliminating potential lumps.
- Flavor Enhancement: Incorporate beef consomme, Worcestershire sauce, and additional seasonings into the gravy. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the sauce reaches a rich, velvety consistency.
- Meatball Integration: Reintroduce browned meatballs into the gravy, allowing them to simmer and absorb flavors for 15-20 minutes on medium-low heat. This process ensures tender meat and deeply infused taste profiles.
- Noodle Preparation: Cook egg noodles according to package instructions, then drain and toss with cubed butter for a luxurious, glossy finish that complements the hearty meatballs.
- Plating and Serving: Arrange buttered noodles as a base, top with succulent meatballs, and generously drizzle the remaining gravy over the dish to create a visually appealing and flavor-packed presentation.
Notes
- Prevent Overmixing: Gently combine meat ingredients to maintain a tender, light texture and avoid dense, tough meatballs.
- Achieve Uniform Size: Use a small ice cream scoop or consistent hand-rolling technique to ensure even cooking and professional presentation.
- Control Browning Temperature: Maintain medium heat to develop a golden crust without burning, allowing meatballs to cook thoroughly and develop rich flavor.
- Smooth Gravy Technique: Whisk milk gradually and continuously to prevent lumps, creating a silky sauce that coats meatballs perfectly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 850 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg