Homemade IKEA Swedish Meatballs Recipe
Recipe Overview
Overview
This recipe for Homemade IKEA Swedish Meatballs is a delightful take on a classic dish that many of us have come to love. The combination of ground beef, grated onion, and cream creates a rich and flavorful meatball that is both tender and satisfying. The process begins with mixing the ingredients, ensuring that the onion is well incorporated to infuse moisture and flavor into the meat. One of the standout techniques in this recipe is the use of baking soda, which helps to tenderize the meat, making for a juicier bite.
As the meatballs cook, the accompanying sauce is prepared, which is a simple yet delicious blend of flour, butter, and beef stock, thickened to perfection. The addition of soy sauce, while not traditional, adds a unique umami depth that elevates the dish. This sauce is perfect for drizzling over the meatballs and any sides you choose to serve.
The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and the ability to customize it to your taste. Whether you serve these meatballs with traditional sides like mashed potatoes or get creative with a twist like serving them with chips, they are sure to be a hit. This dish is not just about the food; it’s about the experience of making it and sharing it with loved ones, making it a perfect choice for family dinners or gatherings.
Overall, this Homemade IKEA Swedish Meatballs recipe is a fantastic way to bring a taste of Sweden into your kitchen. With its rich flavors and comforting nature, it’s bound to become a favorite in your household.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Peel the potatoes for making chips.
Combine 250g of double ground meat, one medium-sized grated onion, one cracked egg, 3-4 tablespoons of cream, 2 pinches of baking soda, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
Tip: Use baking soda to tenderize the meat.
Add 4 tablespoons of breadcrumbs to the meat mixture.
In a pan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter and add 1 tablespoon of flour.
Cook the flour and butter mixture until it turns golden.
Add about 300ml of beef stock to the sauce and let it bubble.
Tip: Add cream and soy sauce to enhance the sauce's flavor.
Add 3-4 tablespoons of cream and 4 tablespoons of soy sauce to the sauce.
Let the sauce simmer for a while.
Put a bit of oil in the pan to fry the meatballs.
Serve the meatballs with the sauce over the chips.
Tip: The sauce will thicken as it cools.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Dairy
→ Substitution: Coconut Cream
Ingredient: Eggs
→ Substitution: Flaxseed Meal + Water
Ingredient: Gluten
→ Substitution: Gluten-Free Bread Crumbs
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Swedish meatballs are traditionally served with lingonberry sauce and creamy gravy.
- •Baking soda can help tenderize meat by breaking down proteins.
- •The addition of soy sauce in the sauce adds an umami flavor, enhancing the overall taste.
- •Using grated onion in meat mixtures helps to keep the meat moist and flavorful.
