Wagyu beef Swedish meatballs combine the rich, marbled goodness of Wagyu beef with the classic flavors of Swedish meatballs. Here’s a simple recipe to make this delicious fusion dish:
Ingredients:
For the meatballs:
- 1 pound of Wagyu beef (ground)
- 1/2 pound of ground pork
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons butter (for frying)
For the gravy:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Meatballs:
- In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs and milk. Let them sit for a few minutes until the breadcrumbs absorb the milk and become soft.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Wagyu beef, ground pork, chopped onion, egg, salt, black pepper, allspice, nutmeg, and the breadcrumb-milk mixture. Mix well until all the ingredients are combined.
- Shape the Meatballs:
- With clean hands, shape the meat mixture into small, bite-sized meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. You can wet your hands with a bit of water to prevent the mixture from sticking.
- Cook the Meatballs:
- In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat. Add the meatballs and cook until they are browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. You may need to work in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet. Transfer the cooked meatballs to a plate and keep them warm.
- Prepare the Gravy:
- In the same skillet, add 2 more tablespoons of butter. Once melted, sprinkle in the flour and cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the beef broth, making sure to whisk out any lumps from the roux. Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for a few minutes until it thickens.
- Stir in the heavy cream and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until the gravy thickens further. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve:
- Return the cooked meatballs to the skillet with the gravy. Gently stir to coat the meatballs with the gravy.
- Serve the Wagyu beef Swedish meatballs hot, traditionally over mashed potatoes or with lingonberry sauce on the side for an authentic Swedish touch.
- Enjoy your luxurious Wagyu beef Swedish meatballs, a delightful combination of high-quality beef and classic Scandinavian flavors!
