Swedish Meatballs with Secret Ingredient

Elevate your comfort food game with these irresistible Swedish Meatballs with a Secret Ingredient! Perfectly tender and flavor-packed, these meatballs combine a rich blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned with warm notes of nutmeg and allspice. The creamy gravy is where the magic happens, enhanced with a touch of Dijon mustard—our secret ingredient—for a subtle tangy depth that takes this classic dish to the next level. Pan-fried to golden perfection and simmered in a luscious sauce, these meatballs are ideal for serving over fluffy mashed potatoes, buttery egg noodles, or steaming rice. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this family-friendly recipe is sure to become your dinner favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 0.5 lb Ground pork
• 0.5 cup Breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Milk
• 1 Egg
• 1 small Onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.25 tsp Nutmeg, ground
• 0.25 tsp Allspice, ground
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 0.5 cup Heavy cream
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (secret ingredient)
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine breadcrumbs and milk. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the breadcrumbs to absorb the milk.

Step 2

Add ground beef, ground pork, egg, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, nutmeg, allspice, salt, and black pepper to the breadcrumb mixture. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.

Step 3

Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and place them on a baking sheet or plate.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once the butter melts, add the meatballs in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides. Remove the cooked meatballs and set them aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture turns golden brown.

Step 6

Gradually add the beef broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard. Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 8

Return the meatballs to the skillet and coat them in the sauce. Cover the pan and simmer for 10 minutes to ensure the meatballs are cooked through.

Step 9

Sprinkle with chopped parsley, if desired, and serve hot over mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1607.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2881.6

Total Fat 217.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 912.5mg	0%
Sodium 6109.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g	0%
Total Sugars 10.7g
Protein 159.5g	0%

Vitamin D 79.3IU	0%
Calcium 322.3mg	0%
Iron 15.8mg	0%
Potassium 1756.6mg	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: 68.3%

Protein: 22.2%

Carbs: 9.4%