Instant Pot Swedish Meatballs
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground pork
- 1 pound ground beef
lean
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
I used panko
- 1 medium onion
shredded or finely chopped
- 2 egg yolks
- or to taste½ teaspoon salt
- or to taste½ teaspoon pepper
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- ⅓ cup milk
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
for frying
- 6 tablespoons butter
unsalted
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups beef broth
low sodium
- or to taste¼ teaspoon salt
- or to taste¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon dill
fresh, chopped
- 1 tablespoon parsley
fresh, chopped
Directions
- 1
Make the meatballs: Mix all the meatball ingredients together. I like to get in there and use my hands to make sure everything is evenly dispersed.
- 2
Fry the meatballs: Heat the olive oil over your pressure cooker’s saute setting. Brown the meatballs in batches on all sides. Set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
- 3
Make the gravy: With the saute setting still on, melt the butter. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the beef broth and season with salt and pepper. Add the meatballs back to the pot and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. When the timer is up, quick release the pressure as per manufacturer's instructions.
- 4
Finish your Swedish meatballs: Remove the meatballs from the pot. Turn the saute setting back on and reduce the gravy for 4-5 minutes, then stir in the sour cream. Pour the gravy over the meatballs and garnish with your chopped herbs.
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About this Recipe
Craving the comforting taste of authentic Swedish Meatballs without the fuss? This Instant Pot recipe brings that classic, creamy flavor right to your weeknight dinner table, making it a perfect family friendly meal.
You'll love how effortlessly the Instant Pot transforms humble ingredients into tender, flavorful meatballs drenched in a rich, savory sauce. The combination of ground pork and lean beef creates the perfect texture, while a careful blend of spices like nutmeg and allspice ensures that signature Swedish taste in every bite. This approach delivers a truly classic and authentic Swedish Meatballs experience with minimal effort.
Get ready for a truly satisfying meal. Each bite delivers a tender, juicy meatball enveloped in a velvety, deeply savory cream sauce that's brightened by fresh dill and parsley. The aroma alone will make your kitchen feel like a cozy, inviting space. This dish is designed to be a family favorite, offering a hearty yet refined experience that's both comforting and incredibly delicious. It's a testament to how simple, quality ingredients can create something truly special and universally loved.
Feel free to experiment with the meat blend; while pork and beef are traditional, you could try an all-beef version for a slightly different texture. If fresh dill or parsley aren't available, dried herbs can be used in a pinch, just reduce the quantity as dried herbs are more potent. For a lighter sauce, you might adjust the amount of sour cream to your preference, or even substitute some with milk for a thinner consistency.
This family-friendly Instant Pot Swedish Meatballs recipe is ideal for a comforting quick weeknight meal, bringing a touch of home-cooked warmth to your table. Serve it simply to let the rich flavors shine.