Savory Gluten-Free Swedish Meatballs in Creamy Mushroom Sauce
After extensive searching for a truly gluten-free Swedish meatball recipe, I realized many contained gluten-filled ingredients or relied on unnecessarily processed components. I decided to create my own version, ensuring that each element was safe for my gluten-sensitive friends. This hearty dish combines lean ground beef and flavorful chicken sausage, bound together with old-fashioned gluten-free oats. They're baked to perfection and draped in a rich, creamy mushroom sauce made from scratch, creating a delightful symphony of flavors. This dish became an instant favorite at our last potluck, proving that gluten-free options can be just as delicious as their traditional counterparts. Perfect served over a bed of rice, it’s a dish that caters not only to dietary restrictions but also pleases the palate for everyone at the table.
9
Servings
317
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
lean ground beef
2 lbs (use grass-fed, no fillers)
sausage
1 lb (use gluten-free chicken sausage)
old-fashioned oatmeal
1 cup (certified gluten-free oats)
sea salt
1 teaspoon
Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons (ensure it's gluten-free)
eggs
2 (beaten)
milk
3/4 cup (use any milk of choice)
sliced mushrooms
1 cup (chopped fine)
salted butter
2 teaspoons
oat flour
1/4 cup (blend gluten-free oats in a blender)
arrowroot powder
1 tablespoon (ensure it's gluten-free)
water
3 cups (boiling)
sour cream
8 ounces (Daisy brand or equivalent gluten-free)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lean ground beef, sausage, oats, sea salt, Worcestershire sauce, eggs, and milk. Mix until well incorporated.
3
Form the mixture into meatballs, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter, and place them on a parchment paper-lined cookie sheet.
4
Bake the meatballs in the preheated oven for approximately 30 minutes, turning them halfway through cooking to ensure even browning. They are ready when they are no longer pink inside.
5
While the meatballs are baking, prepare the sauce. In a skillet over medium heat, melt the salted butter and add the sliced mushrooms.
6
Sauté the mushrooms until they are dark brown and tender, stirring occasionally.
7
Once the mushrooms are cooked, stir in the oat flour and arrowroot powder to form a paste.
8
Gradually add the boiling water, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and begins to bubble. Remove it from heat.
9
Stir in the sour cream, ensuring everything is well mixed and creamy.
10
Once the meatballs are finished baking, smother them in the creamy mushroom sauce.
11
Serve the meatballs over a generous helping of white or brown rice for a comforting meal. If serving at a potluck, transfer the meatballs and sauce to a crock pot set on warm, where they can stay for up to 2 hours without losing quality.
Nutrition Information
19g
Fat
18g
Carbs
21g
Protein
2g
Fiber
1g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Swedish meatball recipe gluten-free?
Yes, this recipe is specifically designed to be gluten-free, using certified gluten-free oats, oat flour, and arrowroot powder.
What types of meat are used in these meatballs?
The recipe uses a combination of 2 lbs of lean grass-fed ground beef and 1 lb of gluten-free chicken sausage.
What binder is used instead of breadcrumbs?
The meatballs are bound together using 1 cup of old-fashioned gluten-free oats and two beaten eggs.
What is the recommended oven temperature for baking the meatballs?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How long do the meatballs need to bake?
The meatballs should bake for approximately 30 minutes, turning them halfway through for even browning.
What size should the meatballs be formed into?
Form the meat mixture into balls approximately 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter.
How can I tell when the meatballs are finished cooking?
The meatballs are ready when they are no longer pink on the inside.
What ingredients are used to thicken the mushroom sauce?
The sauce is thickened using a paste made from 1/4 cup of oat flour and 1 tablespoon of arrowroot powder.
How do I make the oat flour required for the sauce?
You can make oat flour by blending gluten-free oats in a blender until they reach a fine consistency.
What kind of mushrooms should be used?
The recipe calls for 1 cup of sliced mushrooms, chopped fine.
What liquid is added to the sauce base?
Three cups of boiling water are gradually added to the mushroom and flour paste.
When should the sour cream be added to the sauce?
The sour cream should be stirred in after the sauce has thickened and been removed from the heat.
What is the serving suggestion for this dish?
It is recommended to serve the meatballs and sauce over a generous helping of white or brown rice.
How can I serve these at a potluck?
Transfer the meatballs and sauce to a crock pot set on warm; they can stay there for up to 2 hours.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 9 servings.
What are the calories per serving?
Each serving contains 317 calories.
How much protein is in each serving?
Each serving provides 21g of protein.
What is the fat content per serving?
There are 19g of fat per serving.
Are there carbohydrates in this gluten-free dish?
Yes, there are 18g of carbohydrates and 2g of fiber per serving.
Is there any sugar in this recipe?
There is a very low sugar content of 1g per serving.
Can I use any type of milk?
Yes, you can use 3/4 cup of any milk of your choice.
What type of butter is used for the sauce?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of salted butter to sauté the mushrooms.
Is specific Worcestershire sauce required?
Yes, ensure the Worcestershire sauce used is labeled gluten-free.
What type of sour cream is recommended?
The recipe suggests 8 ounces of Daisy brand or an equivalent gluten-free sour cream.
Do I need to grease the baking sheet?
The instructions recommend lining the cookie sheet with parchment paper instead of greasing.
What kind of beef is best for this recipe?
The recipe recommends using grass-fed lean ground beef with no fillers.
How should the mushrooms be cooked?
Sauté the mushrooms in butter until they are dark brown and tender.
What is the total number of ingredients needed?
There are 13 total ingredients in this recipe.
Can I use regular sausage?
To keep the recipe gluten-free, you must use gluten-free chicken sausage.
Why is arrowroot powder used?
Arrowroot powder is used alongside oat flour as a gluten-free thickening agent for the creamy sauce.