Keto Swedish Meatballs Recipe
Keto Swedish Meatballs are a low-carb twist on the classic Swedish favorite, made with a blend of ground beef and pork, bound with almond flour and cream, then cooked in a rich, creamy gravy. Perfectly seasoned with allspice and nutmeg, these meatballs are browned on the stovetop and simmered in a velvety sauce for a comforting, keto-friendly meal.
- Author: Clara
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Swedish
- Diet: Low Carb
Meatballs
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 tsp allspice
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Parsley, to garnish
Gravy
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Prepare the Meatball Mix: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, almond flour, egg, heavy cream, allspice, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture holds together.
- Form and Cook Meatballs: Shape the mixture into small, evenly sized meatballs. Heat a skillet over medium heat, then cook the meatballs in batches until they are browned on all sides and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Gravy: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the heavy cream, beef broth, and Dijon mustard. Cook the sauce, stirring frequently, until it thickens slightly and becomes creamy, approximately 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Simmer Meatballs in Gravy: Return the cooked meatballs to the skillet, gently coating them in the gravy. Let them simmer together for a few minutes to combine flavors and ensure meatballs are heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat and garnish the meatballs with freshly chopped parsley before serving hot.
Notes
- Almond flour keeps this dish low-carb and gluten-free, perfect for keto diets.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when cooking meatballs to ensure even browning.
- The gravy can be thickened further by simmering longer or adding a small amount of xanthan gum if desired.
- Leftover meatballs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and butter with ghee or dairy-free margarine.
Keywords: Keto, Swedish meatballs, low carb, ground beef, ground pork, creamy gravy, almond flour, dinner, stovetop meatballs