SMÖRGÅSBORD ORIGINAL MEATBALLS BOURGUIGNONE

SMÖRGÅSBORD ORIGINAL MEATBALLS BOURGUIGNONE

Discover the warmth and simplicity of Scandinavian home cooking with our Smörgåsbord Original Swedish Meatballs Bourguignone. Inspired by generations of Swedish tradition, these tender meatballs are slow-cooked in a rich red wine and pancetta sauce for a flavour that’s both comforting and refined. Perfect for cosy family dinners or elegant entertaining, this recipe captures the essence of authentic Nordic comfort food — hearty, wholesome, and deeply satisfying.

⏱️30 minutes • 🍽️ Serves 4 people

Ingredients

For the meatballs
• 1 × 400g pack of Smörgåsbord Original Swedish meatballs
• 1 medium onion, peeled and chopped
• 3 tbsp sunflower oil

For the sauce
• 100g pancetta, blanched in hot water for 2 minutes
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
• 1 small carrot, peeled and diced
• 1 bottle of good red wine
• 1 small bag finishing beef stock

To finish
• 75g pickled onion, rinsed
• 100g button chestnut mushrooms
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Method

  • Heat sunflower oil in a large sauté pan. Add the meatballs and brown evenly. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same pan, add pancetta, onion, and carrot. Cook gently until soft.
  • Pour in red wine and simmer until reduced by half. Add beef stock and return the meatballs.
  • Simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add pickled onions, mushrooms, and parsley. Stir gently and serve.
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