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Pan Fried Easy Swedish Meatballs with Gravy

November 18, 2022 By Jessica Leave a Comment

Smothered in a rich and creamy sauce, these Easy Swedish Meatballs can’t be beat. Pan frying the meatballs creates a crispy crust. However, you can also bake them.

Easy Swedish Meatballs

Whether you serve these easy Swedish meatballs over rice or mashed potatoes, I promise that your tastebuds are going to swoon. I heart a big ‘ol plate of meatballs for dinner. If you’re a fanatic like me, make sure to check out my Sweet ‘n Savory BBQ Hawaiian, Cheese-Stuffed Pizza Meatballs, Spicy Truff Meatball Hoagies, or this Buffalo Chicken version! 

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Easy Swedish Meatballs

EASY SWEDISH MEATBALL INGREDIENTS:

The end results might look fancy, but I promise they’re not complicated. Seriously… this recipe is made out of everyday pantry staples. 

FOR THE MEATBALLS:

  • Ground Beef
  • Seasoned Panko Bread Crumbs
  • Garlic Powder
  • Ground Nutmeg
  • Worcheshire
  • Fresh Parmesan 
  • Egg
  • Butter

FOR THE GRAVY:

  • Butter
  • Flour
  • Beef Broth
  • Half and Half
  • Dijon Mustard
  • Fresh Thyme

This recipe is so cozy and delish, you’ll honestly wonder where these bad boys have been all your life. No need to take a trip to Ikea, whip up a batch at home in a little over 30 minutes. Yes, you read that right. Be prepared to have dinner on the table in a flash!

Easy Swedish Meatballs

SHOULD YOU BAKE OR PAN FRY?

  1. Quick and Easy: Both methods are rather speedy, depending on the side of the meatballs, baking them should take between 18 – 22 minutes or pan frying will take between 10 – 15 minutes.
  2. Batch Cooking: I always suggest a large skillet for pan frying. If doubling the recipe, then I would recommend baking. Baking the meatballs on a sheet pan allows you to cook larger amounts all at once.

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Easy Swedish Meatballs

Pan Fried Easy Swedish Meatballs with Gravy
 
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Prep time
10 mins
Cook time
20 mins
Total time
30 mins
 
Smothered in a rich and creamy sauce, these Easy Swedish Meatballs can't be beat. Pan frying the meatballs creates a crispy crust.
Serves: 4
Ingredients
FOR THE MEATBALLS:
  • 1 lb. Ground Beef
  • ½ cup Seasoned Panko Bread Crumbs
  • 1 tsp. Garlic Powder
  • ¼ tsp. Ground Nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp. Worcheshire
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parmesan
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 tbsp. Butter
FOR THE GRAVY:
  • 4 tbsp. Butter
  • 3 tbsp. Flour
  • 2 cups Beef Broth
  • 1 cup Half and Half
  • 1 tbsp. Dijon Mustard
  • Fresh Thyme, as desired
Instructions
  1. Add all the meatball ingredients to a large bowl. Using your hands, gently mix together until combined.
  2. Roll into 12 meatballs. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on each side, making sure to turn throughout. Transfer to a plate and cover with foil to stay warm.
  3. Add 4 tablespoons of butter to the skillet that you cooked the meatballs in. Once melted, add flour and whisk continuously until the butter-flour mixture is golden. Slowly stir in beef broth and half and half, continuing to whisk. Add worcheshire sauce, dijon mustard, and bring to a simmer. Taste, and add salt + pepper, as desired.
  4. Place the meatballs back into the skillet with the sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Serve over mashed potatoes, noodles or rice.
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NOTES ON THIS RECIPE:

  • I LOVE these easy Swedish Meatballs with a hefty sprinkle of fresh herbs. Simply chop some up and use them as a garnish. 
  • Panko is a Japanese-style breadcrumb that you can usually find right next to the Italian Style. I prefer Japanese-style in this recipe because of the texture. However, both varieties will work so use whatever you enjoy most.
  • Cheese is not usually found in Swedish meatballs, however, I think it’s a marvelous addition. I used parmesan in this recipe, but you could also swap it for grated gouda, mozzarella, Swiss, etc. 
  • Leftovers should be refrigerated, in a covered container, and consumed within 2 days. 

Easy Swedish Meatballs


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