Instant Pot Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry Jam
Instant Pot Swedish Meatballs with Lingonberry Jam deliver a cozy taste of Scandinavia right in your home. These tender, savory meatballs are enveloped in a rich sauce that perfectly balances the sweet-tart flavor of lingonberry jam. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive occasions, this recipe is quick to prepare using the Instant Pot, allowing you to savor delicious comfort food without the hassle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Scandinavian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (or beef/pork mix)
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (plain or seasoned)
- 1 large egg
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
- ½ cup lingonberry jam
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper; mix until just blended.
- Shape mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs and set aside.
- Use the sauté function on the Instant Pot to brown half of the meatballs in oil for about 2 minutes on each side; remove and repeat with remaining meatballs.
- Pour in beef broth and scrape any browned bits from the bottom. Stir in lingonberry jam and soy sauce.
- Return all meatballs to the pot, close the lid, and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Allow natural release for 5 minutes before quick releasing.
- Serve warm, drizzled with sauce over mashed potatoes or noodles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: For added flavor and fluffiness, consider using panko breadcrumbs instead of regular breadcrumbs. Ground turkey or chicken can be used as a healthier alternative. Adjust seasoning to taste before serving.