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Swedish Meatballs For One

Swedish meatballs made with a blend of pork and beef, seasoned with warm spices, and simmered in a creamy gravy. A classic comfort dish perfectly portioned for one and ready in 30 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Swedish
Keyword: ground beef, ground pork, Ikea meatballs, meatballs, meatballs for one, small batch meatballs, swedish meatballs, swedish meatballs for one
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

For the Meatballs

  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon chopped onions
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
  • 1 tablespoon breadcrumbs
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
  • 2 ounces ground pork
  • 2 ounces ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

For the Sauce

  • 1 tablespoon salted butter
  • 1 tablespoon all purpose flour
  • ½ cup low sodium beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream

For Serving

  • cooked pasta or mashed potatoes
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Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, whisk the egg yolk. Stir in onions, parsley, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and allspice.
  • Add pork and beef; mix well with your hands or a spoon.
  • Shape into 2-inch meatballs and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Brown meatballs on all sides, turning every 2 minutes (about 8 minutes total). Transfer to a plate.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter. Stir in flour and cook 30 seconds.
  • Whisk in beef broth until smooth; bring to a simmer. Return meatballs to pan and cook uncovered until meatballs are cooked through and gravy thickens, 5–7 minutes.
  • Remove from heat, stir in sour cream, and adjust seasoning. Serve as-is or with pasta or mashed potatoes.

Notes

  • Uniform Size: Roll meatballs the same size (about 2 inches) so they cook evenly.
  • Tight Shape: Roll them firmly to help them hold together while cooking.
  • Don’t Overcook: Remove from heat once cooked through to keep them tender and juicy.
  • Gravy Thickness: Adjust with more broth for a thinner sauce or let simmer longer for a thicker consistency.
  • Fresh Herbs: Parsley adds brightness; dill or thyme can bring a traditional touch.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 633kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 23g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 304mg | Sodium: 1052mg | Potassium: 715mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 1086IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 4mg

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