This IKEA Swedish Meatball recipe features all the great flavors of the classic restaurant version! Tender meatballs in a creamy gravy served with mashed potatoes, broccoli and lingonberry sauce. If you ever have a craving for this dish, there is no need to make a trip to IKEA. You can make them at home and enjoy them anytime!
1tspDijon mustard, optional, do not substitute with regular yellow mustard
Instructions
Meatballs
In a small bowl combine the bread (or panko breadcrumbs) with the milk. Mix until evenly coated. Set aside.
In a large bowl add the ground beef, ground pork, minced onion, garlic, soaked bread, egg, nutmeg, All Spice, salt, pepper. Gently mix together until evenly combined. Tip: do not overmix or compact the meat too much or the meatballs will be tough.
Using a tablespoon, measure out a heaping tablespoon (or use ice cream scooper) and place on a parchment paper lined sheet pan. Repeat with remaining mixture. Gently roll each meatball into shape. Optional: cover and refrigerate for 2 hours. Or, freeze to be cooked at a later time. This recipe will make 36 - 40 meatballs.
STOVE TOP COOKING METHODAdd a splash of cooking oil to a frying pan on medium heat. Working in batches, add the meatballs to the pan and brown on all sides, about 5 - 8 minutes. OVEN BAKING METHODPreheat oven to 400°F. Bake the meatballs on the parchment paper lined sheet for 20 - 25 minutes, or until cooked through.AIR FRYER COOKING METHODPreheat Air Fryer to 400°F. Working in batches, add the meatballs to the air fryer (leaving a small space between each meatball). Air fry for 8 - 12 minutes or until cooked through.
Gravy
In a large frying pan or skillet on medium heat melt the butter.
Whisk in flour and stir continuously for 2 - 3 minutes, or until until golden in color.
Add in the vegetable and beef broth, stirring continuously until evenly combined.
Add the milk, soy sauce and Dijon mustard. Stir until evenly combined.
Add in the cooked meatballs and simmer for 4 – 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.
Serve with mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, lingonberry sauce or cranberry sauce and enjoy!