Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry & Bone Marrow Gravy
Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry & Bone Marrow Gravy is a comforting dish that captures the essence of cozy Scandinavian dining. These tender meatballs, made from a harmonious blend of high-quality beef and pork, are enveloped in a rich, savory bone marrow gravy. The addition of tart lingonberry jam not only enhances the flavors but also adds a delightful contrast to this hearty meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this recipe is both simple and scrumptious, ensuring your taste buds will be enchanted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6 (24 meatballs) 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Swedish
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 tbsp roasted bone marrow
- 4 tbsp lingonberry jam
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, heavy cream, onion powder, nutmeg, salt, and pepper; mix until just combined.
- Shape mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- For gravy, mix roasted bone marrow with broth and lingonberry jam in a saucepan over medium heat until smooth.
- Serve meatballs drizzled with gravy and additional lingonberry jam on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 meatballs (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg