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Swedish-Style Turkey Meatballs

Swedish-Style Turkey Meatballs bring tender, gently spiced bites bathed in a silky, light gravy enriched with allspice, nutmeg, and a touch of Worcestershire. The creamy sauce and juicy turkey make this a cozy, satisfying dish perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, especially served over egg noodles or mashed potatoes.

  • Prep25 mins
  • Cook50 mins
  • Serves4
  • DifficultyMedium
Swedish-Style Turkey Meatballs
  1. 1

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and the garlic; cook and stir until softened, about 5 minutes. Let cool briefly, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, combine the onion mixture, ground turkey, bread crumbs, egg, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1½ teaspoons parsley, allspice, and nutmeg; mix well. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs; place them in the prepared baking dish.

  4. 4

    Bake in the preheated oven until the meatballs are cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

  5. 5

    Combine beef broth and flour in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; seal and shake vigorously until the flour dissolves. Pour the broth slurry into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1½ teaspoons parsley, black pepper, and salt; bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium; simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened, 2 to 3 minutes. Lower the heat to medium-low; stir in the sour cream.

  6. 6

    Add the meatballs to the sauce; cover. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the flavors blend, 10 to 15 minutes.

About This Recipe

Swedish Style Turkey Meatballs is a Scandinavian appetizer recipe made with 15 ingredients. It takes about 1 hr 15 mins, serves 4, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Beef Broth, Black Pepper, and Bread Crumbs. Each serving provides about 217.76 kcal.

Recipe Questions

What is Swedish-Style Turkey Meatballs?
It is a Scandinavian meatball recipe made with 15 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or side dish or dinner or lunch or snack.
What is Swedish-Style Turkey Meatballs made of?
The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Beef Broth, Black Pepper, Bread Crumbs, Cooking Spray. The full list of 15 is above.
How long does it take to make Swedish-Style Turkey Meatballs?
About 1 hr 15 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 50 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 217.76 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Swedish-Style Turkey Meatballs easy to make?
This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 6 steps.

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