A classic comfort food, Keto Swedish Meatballs are ideal for a ketogenic diet. Traditionally served over mashed potatoes or noodles in a creamy gravy, this keto-friendly version keeps the carbs low while maintaining all the richness by using almond flour and Parmesan cheese in place of breadcrumbs. These Keto Swedish Meatballs are juicy and tender, coated in a rich, creamy sauce. It’s a comforting dish that fits your keto goals—great for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy nights in.
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NUMERICAL OVERVIEW:
- Diet: Ketogenic, without gluten
- Course: Main/dinner
- Cuisine: European/Swedish
- 15 minutes to prepare
- Takes 25 minutes to cook
- Overall time: 40 minutes
- Individual portion: 5-6 meatballs including gravy
- Yield: 4 servings(20-24 meatballs)
- Cooking method: Pan-frying and simmering on the stove
- Difficulty level: Easy-moderate
TOOLS
- Tongs
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- Meat thermometer
- Large and medium mixing bowls
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Cast-iron pan or non-stick skillet
- A whisk
INGREDIENTS:
FOR MEATBALLS:
- 1 pound of beef, ground
- Salt, 1 tsp.
- 1/2 pound of pork, ground
- Butter(for frying), 2 tbsp.
- An egg, big in size
- 1/2 tsp. of black pepper
- Almond flour, 1/2 cup
- 1/2 tsp. of nutmeg, ground
- Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup
- 1/2 tsp. of allspice, powdered
- Heavy cream, 2 tbsp.
- 1 tsp. of powdered garlic
- A tsp. of onion powder
CREAMY GRAVY
- 1 tsp. of Dijon mustard
- Butter, 2 tbsp.
- 1 tsp. of worcetershire sauce(ketogenic)
- A cup of beef broth(low or without sodium)
- To taste of salt and pepper
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTIONS:
- In a big mixing bowl, combine pork, parmesan cheese, beef, heavy cream, almond flour, egg, salt, nutmeg, garlic, onion, black pepper, and allspice.
- Use your hands to mix till all the items are well-combined.
- Separate the mixture into twenty-four equal parts.
- Shape each portion to form the meatballs.
- Keep the skillet or pan over a normal flame on the stove.
- Add butter to it.
- Add the meatballs without overcrowding the pan once the butter melts.
- Turn them occasionally using a spatula so that all sides fry beautifully.
- It will take almost seven minutes, then dish them out.
- Fry the remainder of the meatballs using a similar process.
- Now, in the same skillet, include a couple of tbsp. of butter again.
- Upon butter melting, include the Worcestershire sauce, salt, beef broth, pepper, and Dijon mustard in that skillet.
- Mix well and cook for almost three minutes.
- After that, lower the flame and add the heavy cream while stirring to make it smooth.
- Cook till the gravy thickens, which will take almost six minutes.
- At this moment, add the meatballs back to the skillet to cover them in gravy.
- Cook for the next seven minutes to properly combine the flavors.
- Your Keto Swedish Meatballs are ready to serve warm!
TIPS:
- Use a cookie scoop to separate the mixture for each meatball to keep the size the same for each one.
- While cooking the meatballs, never overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches for beautiful and even frying.
- Serve this delicious meatball gravy with zoodles, cauliflower mash, or keto bread for a filling meal.
- Refrigerate the meatballs after shaping them so that they hold their shape well.
- Taste the gravy and adjust the seasoning if needed before adding the meatballs back in
HOW TO STORE LEFTOVERS
CHILLING
- Save the meatballs with gravy(remaining) in a container secured with an airtight lid. Refrigerate it for around four days.
FREEZING
- Arrange the cooked and cooled meatballs on a tray and freeze them. Transfer the solid meatballs to the freezer-safe bag. That’s how you can freeze and use the meatballs anytime by defrosting them within 90 days. We advise you to make the gravy fresh, but if you want to freeze it, then freeze it in a separate container.
REHEATING
- Heat the gravy with meatballs on the stove with the addition of a little cream or broth.
FAQs
Do I have to use a beef and pork mix?
- The beef-pork combo gives you the authentic and delicious taste. It will be completely fine if you go for the beef-only version of these meatballs.
May I use the oven to cook the meatballs?
- Of course! Bake the meatballs in the oven at 375°F for around twenty minutes. Then proceed as directed above.
How can I make this recipe dairy-free?
- Coconut cream must be substituted for the thick cream and butter with ghee or avocado oil.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL FACTS/SERVING
Size/serve: 5-6 meatballs with gravy
Calories: ~410 kcal
Crabs in total: Five grams
Fiber: 2 g
Net carbohydrates: Three grams
Fats: 34 g
Sugar: One gram
Proteins: 24 g
Sodium: 690 milligrams