Description
Swedish meatballs made with frozen meatballs are a comforting dish that brings warmth and joy to any gathering. Tender, savory morsels smothered in a creamy gravy create an irresistible aroma that fills your home. Perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy movie nights, this easy recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds. With minimal prep time and delicious results, you can enjoy a taste of Sweden right at your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb frozen meatballs
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Sear the frozen meatballs until golden brown on all sides (8-10 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sprinkle in flour and stir until lightly golden (about 1 minute).
- Gradually whisk in beef broth, then add soy sauce and heavy cream. Stir until bubbling gently.
- Return meatballs to the skillet, coat with gravy, and simmer on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Swedish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, sauté chopped onions before adding the meatballs. Substitute beef broth with chicken broth for a lighter taste. Add fresh parsley or dill as a garnish for added freshness.