Description
This Savory Swedish Meatball Meatloaf combines the beloved flavors of Swedish meatballs into a comforting meatloaf dish topped with a creamy, spiced gravy. Featuring a blend of ground beef and pork, seasoned with allspice, nutmeg, and white pepper, and finished with a luscious sour cream gravy, this recipe brings family-friendly comfort food to your table with a Nordic twist.
Ingredients
Scale
Meatloaf
- 1 medium Yellow Onion, minced finely
- 1 pound Ground Beef (or lean turkey)
- 1 pound Ground Pork (or use all beef)
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Dried Bread Crumbs (or panko for a lighter texture)
- 1 cup Mashed Potatoes (instant can be used)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (adjust based on broth)
- 0.5 teaspoon White Pepper (or black pepper to taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon Allspice (or nutmeg as a substitute)
Gravy
- 0.5 cup Butter (softened)
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter
- 0.5 cup All-Purpose Flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 2 cups Beef Stock (low-sodium preferred)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce (or soy sauce for gluten-free)
- 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce (omit if concerned about sodium)
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground White Pepper (or black)
- 0.5 teaspoon Nutmeg (freshly ground preferred)
- 0.5 cup Sour Cream (Greek yogurt can be used)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (or dill for a different flavor)
To Serve
- Lingonberry Jam (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for the meatloaf to cook evenly.
- Mix Meatloaf: In a stand mixer or large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, minced onion, eggs, bread crumbs, mashed potatoes, salt, white pepper, and allspice. Mix gently until just combined to avoid toughening the meat.
- Shape Meatloaf: On a lined baking sheet, shape the meat mixture into a squat oval loaf, ensuring it’s compact but not overly dense.
- Bake Meatloaf: Place the meatloaf in the oven and bake for 1 hour and 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 155°F. After baking, let it rest for 5-10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute before slicing.
- Prepare Roux: While the meatloaf bakes, melt the unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the flour to form a roux, cooking it gently until it turns golden and fragrant.
- Make Gravy: Gradually whisk in the beef stock, followed by Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, salt, white pepper, and nutmeg. Continue cooking and whisking until the gravy thickens to a smooth consistency.
- Finish Gravy: Remove the gravy from heat and stir in the sour cream to add richness and creaminess.
- Serve: Slice the rested meatloaf, plate it, and generously spoon the warm sour cream gravy over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve alongside lingonberry jam for a traditional Swedish touch.
Notes
- Use lean turkey instead of beef for a lighter version.
- Panko breadcrumbs can be substituted for a lighter, airier texture.
- Instant mashed potatoes provide convenience but fresh mashed potatoes can enhance flavor.
- Adjust salt in the meatloaf and gravy depending on the saltiness of your beef stock.
- For gluten-free diets, use gluten-free flour and soy sauce alternatives.
- Letting the meatloaf rest after baking is crucial to maintain moistness.
- Serve with traditional lingonberry jam for an authentic Swedish experience.
