Ikea Meatballs In Sauce Swedish Meatballs Recipes

IKEA'S SWEDISH MEATBALLS WITH CREAM SAUCE

Steps:

• 1 Shape the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the beef and pork, mixing with your fingers to break up any lumps
• 2 Add the onion, garlic, breadcrumbs and egg, and gently mix to combine
• 3 Add the milk, salt and pepper and mix to combine
• 4 Shape the mixture into 2-inch balls
• 5 Place on a clean platter, cover and refrigerate until completely chilled, about 45 minutes
• 6 Make the sauce: Just before you begin frying the meatballs, in a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter
• 7 Add the flour and stir it into the butter until a roux forms, continue to cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly
• 8 Slowly add the broth, stirring until just combined
• 9 Add the cream, soy sauce and mustard and stir to combine
• 10 Bring the mixture to a simmer, then turn the heat to low and let the sauce thicken, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, 1 to 2 minutes
• 11 Remove from the heat, cover and set aside
• 12 Cook the meatballs: When ready to cook the meatballs, place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees
• 13 In an ovenproof large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the oil until shimmering
• 14 Working in batches to avoid crowding, add the meatballs and cook until browned on the outside, about 8 minutes
• 15 Transfer the browned meatballs to a plate and repeat with the remaining meatballs
• 16 Return the meatballs to the skillet and pour the sauce over
• 17 Cover the skillet with a lid or foil, and transfer the skillet to the oven
• 18 Bake for 30 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through
• 19 Serve the meatballs as they are or with boiled or mashed potatoes

CREAM SAUCE FOR MEATBALLS (IKEA STYLE)

Steps:

• In a skillet, melt butter. When butter is melted, sprinkle flour into skillet. Stir to make a smooth roux.
• Slowly add beef stock, stirring to keep the sauce smooth. Add cream. Add soy sauce. Season to taste.
• Bring to a boil, reduce heat to simmer and allow to simmer until desired consistency. Serve alongside meatballs.