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A close-up of Swedish meatballs in a creamy gravy, garnished with fresh herbs, served in a skillet.

Swedish Meatballs with Dill Potatoes Recipe

This SwedishMeatballs with Dill Potatoes recipe is a hearty and flavorful meal forfour. Juicy meatballs are seasoned with allspice and nutmeg, then simmered in arich, creamy gravy. They’re paired with tender boiled potatoes tossed inbutter and fresh dill, adding a light and refreshing touch. This dish iseasy to make and perfect for a cozy, comforting dinner. Enjoy with lingonberrysauce for an authentic Swedish experience!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: dinner
Cuisine: scandinavian, Swedish
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Swedish Meatballs:
  • 1 lb 450g ground beef
  • ½ lb 225g meat of your choice
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 egg
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp allspice
  • ½ tsp nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp butter for frying
Forthe Gravy:
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For the Dill Potatoes:
  • 1.5 lbs 700g baby potatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill chopped
  • ½ tsp salt

Method
 

1. Make the Meatballs:
  1. In a bowl, mix ground beef, meat of your choice, breadcrumbs, onion, egg, milk, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg.
  2. Shape into small meatballs (about 1 inch).
  3. Heat butter in a pan and cook the meatballs until browned on all sides (about 8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
2. Make the Gravy:
  1. In the same pan, melt butter and stir in flour. Cook for 1 minute.
  2. Slowly add beef broth, stirring until smooth.
  3. Pour in heavy cream and mustard. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Return meatballs to the pan and simmer for 10 more minutes.
3. Make the Dill Potatoes:
  1. Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (about 15 minutes).
  2. Drain and toss with butter and fresh dill.
4. Serve:
  1. Plate the meatballs with dill potatoes and spoon gravy over the top.