Description
These Instant Pot Swedish Meatballs are a classic comfort food made easy in a pressure cooker. Tender meatballs simmer in a rich and creamy gravy, making it a delicious and satisfying meal that’s ready in no time.
Ingredients
											
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			For the Meatballs:
- 1 pound ground pork
 - 1 pound lean ground beef
 - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (Panko recommended)
 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped or shredded
 - 2 large egg yolks
 - 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
 - 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
 - 1/3 cup milk
 - 2 tablespoons olive oil, for frying
 
For the Gravy:
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
 - 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
 - 3 cups low-sodium beef broth
 - 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
 - 3/4 cup sour cream
 
For Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
 
Instructions
- Make Meatballs: Combine all meatball ingredients in a bowl and mix thoroughly. Shape into 1-inch meatballs (about 40 meatballs).
 - Brown Meatballs: Select “Sauté” function on your Instant Pot and heat olive oil. Brown meatballs in batches on all sides. Remove meatballs and set aside.
 - Make Gravy: Melt butter in the Instant Pot. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in beef broth and season with salt and pepper. Add meatballs back to the pot.
 - Pressure Cook: Secure the lid and set the Instant Pot to “Manual” or “Pressure Cook” on high pressure for 8 minutes. Quick release pressure after the cooking cycle is complete.
 - Finish: Remove meatballs from the pot. Select “Sauté” function again and simmer the gravy for 4-5 minutes to reduce and thicken. Stir in sour cream. Pour gravy over meatballs and garnish with fresh dill and parsley.
 
Notes
- Yield: This recipe makes about 40 meatballs.
 - Storage: Refrigerate leftovers for 3-4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
 - Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
 
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
 - Calories: 400kcal
 - Sugar: 5g
 - Sodium: 500mg
 - Fat: 25g
 - Saturated Fat: 12g
 - Unsaturated Fat: 11g
 - Trans Fat: 0g
 - Carbohydrates: 15g
 - Fiber: 2g
 - Protein: 30g
 - Cholesterol: 120mg