Jump to Recipe This post may contain affiliate links.See my disclosure policy.Tender, rich, and flavorful, these Swedish Meatballs are seasoned with traditional spices and drenched in a luxuriously creamy and decadent gravy.

Served in Swedish fashion with mashed potatoes and lingonberry jam, they are a memorable feast for the senses! What are Swedish Meatballs? The term “Swedish meatballs”, known as köttbullar in Sweden, usually conjures up the image of those ubiquitous meatballs served in IKEA’s cafes where they are served with a cream sauce.But Swedish meatballs in Sweden are just as commonly served with a brown sauce or with no sauce at all (like German Frikadellen).What distinguishes Swedish köttbullar first and foremost is the combination of beef and pork and the accompanying lingonberry jam which is an indisputable must.

Swedish meatballs are traditionally served with mashed or boiled potatoes, commonly with accompaniments like quick pickled cucumbers or pickled beets (as with the classic Swedish stew Kalops).Swedish Meatball Ingredients and Substitutions To make the meatballs you will need: Ground beef and ground pork (for a lighter version you can substitute chicken or turkey) – the combination of beef and pork adds flavor and creates a more tender texture.Onion and garlic – for flavor and texture.

Fresh breadcrumbs – for texture, flavor, to lock in moisture, and to help bind the meat mixture (your choice of white or

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