Better Than IKEA Swedish Meatballs

Name: Better Than IKEA Swedish Meatballs
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: European
Ingredients: 1.1 lbs ground beef ((or 50/50 beef+pork for authenticity)*); 1 large onion (finely chopped (or 1 tbsp onion powder)); 2 eggs ((or flax eggs for binding)); ½ cup breadcrumbs ((Panko or gluten-free work too)); 5 garlic cloves (grated or minced); Parsley and dill (chopped); Salt and pepper to taste; 3.5 tbsp butter ((or olive oil for dairy-free)); 3 tbsp flour ((cornstarch for gluten-free)); 2 beef stock cubes ((or 500ml homemade stock)); 2 cups hot water

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

Ikea meatballs will never top this recipe! Perfectly seasoned and smothered in a rich, creamy gravy, these meatballs are incredibly flavorful and tender. They’re simple to make and will surely become a family favorite.

Updated at: Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:15:19 GMT