Description
Swedish meatballs with creamy mustard dill sauce showcase Nordic culinary traditions in one comforting dish. Delicate meatballs nestled in tangy sauce invite you to savor each delightful bite of this classic European favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (907 g) Swedish meatballs, store-bought or homemade
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 onion, peeled and finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ cup (120 ml) chicken stock
- ½ cup (120 ml) heavy cream (double cream)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh dill, chopped
- Sea salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Aromatic Base: Gently sauté finely diced onions in olive oil until softened and translucent, developing a sweet, golden foundation for about 10 minutes.
- Flavor Layering: Add minced garlic to the caramelized onions, stirring briefly to release its intense aroma and prevent burning.
- Sauce Creation: Whisk together chicken stock, heavy cream, and Dijon mustard, bringing the mixture to a gentle boil. Season with salt and black pepper, balancing the flavor profile with careful tasting.
- Protein Integration: Carefully lower prepared meatballs into the creamy sauce, reducing heat to a delicate simmer. Cover and cook, allowing the meatballs to absorb the rich sauce and heat thoroughly, occasionally stirring to ensure even cooking.
- Final Refinement: Adjust sauce consistency by adding stock or cream as needed. Taste and fine-tune seasonings to achieve the perfect balance of flavors.
- Herbaceous Finish: Conclude by generously garnishing with freshly chopped dill, adding a vibrant, aromatic touch that elevates the entire dish just before serving.
Notes
- Soften Onions Slowly: Take time to caramelize onions gently, which develops a deeper, sweeter flavor foundation for the sauce.
- Garlic Timing Matters: Brief garlic sauté prevents burning and preserves its delicate, aromatic qualities.
- Sauce Consistency Control: Adjust liquid levels carefully to achieve the perfect creamy texture without becoming too thick or thin.
- Fresh Herb Finale: Add dill at the very end to maintain its vibrant color and maximize its bright, fresh flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg