Swedish Meatball Skewers with Cream Sauce

Introduction

Grill up these delicious Swedish Meatball Skewers on your Arteflame grill for a gourmet experience right in your backyard. The high-heat sear on the center grill grate locks in flavor, while the flat cooktop ensures even cooking. Paired with a rich, creamy sauce, these skewers are a must-try!

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 lb ground pork
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 1/2 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp allspice
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 2 tbsp butter (for grilling)
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup beef broth
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tbsp flour
• Wooden or metal skewers

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Arteflame grill

1. Pour vegetable oil on three paper napkins and place them in the grill.
2. Stack firewood over the soaked napkins.
3. Light the paper and let the grill heat up for about 20 minutes.

Step 2: Make the meatballs

1. In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs and milk. Let sit for 5 minutes.
2. Add ground beef, ground pork, egg, onion, salt, pepper, allspice, and nutmeg.
3. Mix well and roll into small meatballs.

Step 3: Sear the meatballs

1. Skewer the meatballs onto wooden or metal skewers.
2. Place them on the center grill grate and sear for about 1 minute per side to lock in juices.

Step 4: Cook the meatballs

1. Move the skewers to the flat cooktop griddle.
2. Let them cook until they reach an internal temperature of 150F, then remove.

Step 5: Make the cream sauce

1. Melt 2 tbsp butter on the flat cooktop.
2. Add flour and whisk for 1 minute.
3. Slowly add beef broth, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
4. Cook while stirring until the sauce thickens.

Step 6: Serve

1. Drizzle the cream sauce over the grilled meatball skewers.
2. Serve hot and enjoy!

Tips

• Remove meat from the grill when it is 15F below the target temperature.
• Always preheat your grill for optimal searing.
• Use metal skewers for easier grilling and heat distribution.

Variations

1. Spicy Swedish Meatballs: Add 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper for a spicy twist.
2. Garlic Herb Meatballs: Add 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and 2 minced garlic cloves.
3. Mediterranean Meatballs: Use lamb instead of pork and add 1/2 tsp cumin.
4. Mushroom Cream Sauce: Saute 1/2 cup mushrooms on the flat griddle before adding to the sauce.
5. Cheesy Meatballs: Mix 1/4 cup grated Parmesan into the meat mixture.

Conclusion

These Swedish Meatball Skewers offer a perfect balance of seared, flavorful meat and a creamy, rich sauce. With the Arteflame grill, achieving restaurant-quality grilling at home is easier than ever. Try this recipe today and impress your guests!

Best pairings

• Butter-glazed vegetables
• Grilled garlic bread
• Roasted baby potatoes
• Chilled lingonberry sauce
• A glass of red wine, such as Pinot Noir