Swedish Turkey Meatballs

Enjoy a healthier twist on a classic Swedish dish with these juicy and flavorful turkey meatballs. Made with lean ground turkey, aromatic spices, and a creamy sauce, these meatballs are perfect for a hearty dinner or as a party appetizer. Serve them with lingonberry sauce and mashed potatoes for a complete Swedish experience. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences.

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/4 cup grated onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, breadcrumbs, milk, grated onion, parsley, salt, black pepper, allspice, nutmeg, and cardamom. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until browned on all sides. Transfer the cooked meatballs to a plate.
4. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, until lightly browned and bubbly.
5. Slowly whisk in the beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce starts to thicken.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and bring the sauce to a simmer. Return the meatballs to the skillet and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
7. Serve the Swedish turkey meatballs hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Pair them with lingonberry sauce and mashed potatoes for an authentic Swedish experience.

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