Traditional Swedish Meatball Gravy

Traditional Swedish Meatball Gravy

Dive into comfort with our rich and velvety Traditional Swedish Meatball Gravy. Crafted with butter, flour, creamy double-cream, and a savoury swirl of soy sauce and Dijon mustard, this indulgent sauce transforms humble meatballs into a Swedish-style feast. Whether you're pouring it over homemade or store-bought meatballs, it’s the perfect way to evoke hygge (that warm Swedish coziness) at your dinner table. Simple steps, comforting flavour—with a taste of Scandinavia in every spoonful.

⏱️25-30 minutes • 🍽️ Serves 6 portions

Ingredients

  • 113g butter
  • 85g flour
  • 500ml vegetable stock (or do half and half with beef stock if you prefer)
  • 340g double cream
  • 2-3 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard

Method

  • Add the butter to your pan. As soon as it is melted add the flour, I find it easier to use a whisk to combine.
  • Cook gently until it slightly darkens in colour.
  • Add the stock slowly at first whisking fast to avoid lumps, then add the cream, soy sauce and mustard.
  • Simmer for a few minutes until the flour has completely cooked, stirring to ensure all the ingredients are well mixed.Keep stirring as the sauce thickens.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
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