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Keto Swedish Meatballs in Cream Sauce

Tender, juicy meatballs enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce, this Keto Swedish Meatballs recipe is a low-carb twist on a comforting classic. Perfect for anyone following a ketogenic lifestyle, this dish is as satisfying as it is delicious.
Course Dinner
Cuisine Swedish
Keyword Cream Sauce, Keto Dinner, Keto Swedish Meatballs, Ketogenic, Low Carb Meatballs
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 690kcal

Equipment

  • Large Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Mixing spoon

Ingredients

Meatballs

  • 1 pound ground beef 453g
  • 1 pound ground pork 453g
  • ¼ cup almond flour 30g
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup heavy cream 60ml
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for frying 30ml

Sauce

  • 2 cups beef broth 480ml
  • 1 cup heavy cream 240ml
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, almond flour, egg, heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
  • Shape the mixture into small, round meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add meatballs and cook until browned on all sides and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Once cooked, remove meatballs from the skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add beef broth and scrape the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits. Stir in the heavy cream, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard. Bring to a simmer and let cook until the sauce thickens slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • Return the meatballs to the skillet with the sauce and simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

For a thicker sauce, a keto-friendly thickener such as xanthan gum can be used; add a pinch and whisk into the sauce, allowing it to simmer and thicken to your desired consistency.
Almond flour can be substituted with coconut flour if preferred; use about 1/3 of the amount as coconut flour is more absorbent.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to a month.

Nutrition

Calories: 690kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 60g | Fiber: 1g | Net Carbs: 4g