Norwegian Meatballs with Spiced Cream Sauce

Transport your taste buds to Scandinavia with these irresistible Norwegian Meatballs with Spiced Cream Sauce! This recipe combines juicy ground beef and pork, delicately seasoned with warm spices like nutmeg and allspice, to create tender meatballs with an unforgettable depth of flavor. The rich, creamy sauce, made with a touch of heavy cream and a hint of white pepper, is the perfect accompaniment, coating each bite in velvety goodness. Quick to prepare in under an hour, this savory dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings. Serve these Norwegian meatballs with classic sides like buttery mashed potatoes, lingonberry jam, or steamed vegetables for an authentic Nordic experience that’s bound to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Ground beef
• 250 g Ground pork
• 1 medium Onion
• 75 g Breadcrumbs
• 120 ml Milk
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 tsp Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 tsp Ground allspice
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 4 tbsp Butter
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 500 ml Beef broth
• 150 ml Heavy cream
• 0.5 tsp Ground white pepper
• 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Finely dice the onion and set aside.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs and milk together. Let sit for 5 minutes to soften.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, soaked breadcrumbs, diced onion, egg, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined but do not overwork the mixture.

Step 4

Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should get around 20-25 meatballs.

Step 5

Heat 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the meatballs in batches, turning them to ensure even browning on all sides. This should take about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove the meatballs and set them aside on a plate.

Step 6

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 7

Gradually add the beef broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.

Step 8

Stir in the heavy cream, ground white pepper, and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed.

Step 9

Return the meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are fully coated in the sauce. Simmer for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the meatballs to cook through.

Step 10

Serve the meatballs hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Pair them with mashed potatoes, lingonberry jam, or steamed vegetables for a traditional Nordic meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1894.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3388.4

Total Fat 252.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 115.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.5g
Cholesterol 1091.2mg	0%
Sodium 6446.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 94.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 19.0g
Protein 180.0g	0%

Vitamin D 117.2IU	0%
Calcium 433.8mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 2055.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.4%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 11.2%