Sustainability was also a reason to create new options. “With the veggie ball we wanted to offer something as appreciated as the classic meatball, but plant-based and with less environmental impact,” explains David. Next came the salmon and cod ball. It contains pieces of salmon that are too small to be used as whole fillets. “And since it’s very tasty meat, we thought, why not make delicious fish balls of it instead?” says David.
Our meatballs were launched in 1985 and are loved by people everywhere. With mashed potatoes, cream sauce and lingonberry jam, they’re as Swedish as it gets. Easy to cook and serve – a tasty IKEA icon.
Article Number404.877.87
Product details
Served with mashed potatoes, cream sauce and lingonberry jam, HUVUDROLL meatballs are as Swedish as it gets. Every year, they are eaten and loved by millions of people around the world.
A tasteful icon from IKEA since 1985. Gently seasoned to enhance the meat flavour and are great to enjoy with traditional condiments or in new combinations.
Meatballs should taste like meat. That’s why we’ve seasoned the beef and pork gently with only a few ingredients, every one of them enhancing the meat flavour even more.
Easily prepared from frozen in minutes. In the oven, in the microwave or on the stove.
Easily portioned. Prepare the amount needed, leave the rest in the freezer.
Just as tasty warm as they are cold, e.g. halved as a sandwich topping.
Weight & measurements
- Net weight: 1000 g
Package details
HUVUDROLL
Article Number404.877.87- Width: 27 cm
- Height: 2 cm
- Length: 30 cm
- Weight: 1.01 kg
- Package(s): 1
Reviews
Not the same as before.Anonymous reviewerI used to buy this every time I went to Ikea, but last time the ones I got were smelling really bad, as if the meat was spoiled. I had to trow them all away. Maybe the ingredients changed or they haven't been kept well frozen in store. Not happy as they are not cheap!
The best meatballsAnonymous reviewerThe best.
Most amazing meatballsAnonymous reviewerThese are a game changer, if you haven’t tried them you need to, absolutely fantastic for a quick and easy meal. 🥳
Meat ballsAnonymous reviewerBest meat balls you can buy. Really nice with just the right amount of herbs
Part of the usual stapleAnonymous reviewerAlways nice to have in the freezer for one of those days when nothing goes to plan! Kids favourite too.
MeatballsAnonymous reviewerWe enjoy the meatballs very tasty and a quick meal when you have been out all day
Best meatballs everAnonymous reviewerThese meatballs never fail to deliver Seem a little expensive but you get so many meals out of one packet it actually works out ok Tried alternatives but nothing compares
Mmmm…eat…balls mega mouth-wateringly munched!Anonymous reviewerBest thing to come out of IKEA that’s not flat-packed.
Delicious meatballs with great taste and just about enough seasoning. I add them to pasta (spagbol stylie) and we love them.
Delicious great price meatballsAnonymous reviewerI came to ikea food dept specifically for the meatballs, they are absolutely delicious. They are a re-purchase, and I will buy them again for sure.
Meat balls Anonymous reviewerAbsolutely delicious and so easy to cook from frozen
The best!Anonymous reviewerThey are the best meatballs you can buy. Always consistently the same taste and quality.
yummyAnonymous reviewervery nice especially with the savoury sauce
Nice meatballsAnonymous reviewerIt tasted ok and sometimes got free bit of bone as well. Good value.
Delicious, but kinda priceyAnonymous reviewerI usually prefer chicken meat over beef, but for whatever reason I much prefer these regular meatballs over the chicken version, they're very tasty. My only complaint is they're a little pricey, I think they could do with being a little cheaper.
ShirleyAnonymous reviewerDelicious! 5 stars.....
Can't be beatenAnonymous reviewerGreat meatballs, but at home
TastyAnonymous reviewerReally tasty and quick to cook. I prefer the ones served instore though...
Kids love themAnonymous reviewerMy children love these and very handy to have in the freezer. They have gotten expensive tho.
Meatballs Anonymous reviewerThese are the most delicious meatballs I have had
MeatballsAnonymous reviewerTasty and meaty and really first class to eat.
Customer reviews
4.8Average rating
687Reviews
Story
A buffet of good
Today’s recipe for the classic IKEA meatball rolled out from our test kitchen already in 1985. Since then, the IKEA meatball has become an icon on plates around the world and a proud example of traditional Swedish cooking. But, when we asked customers on three different continents what food they prefer, we realised we had to extend our meatball family with tasty alternatives.
“Not everyone eats beef or pork, so we went into the kitchen to create new recipes,” says David Johansson, chef and product developer at IKEA Food Services. First came the chicken ball – an alternative for those who like meat, but not necessarily red meat. “Like all our meatballs it’s just as good hot as cold, and we’ve seasoned it gently so it fits different cuisines and local flavours.”
New flavours in a classic shape
Recreating the meatball without meat
The newest edition to the family is the plant ball. It’s made with pea protein, potatoes, apple, oats and onion, but has the great taste and juicy bite of a meatball – making it perfect for everyone who wants to cut down on meat without losing out on the experience. "A lot has happened since 1985. Now, there are eatable IKEA icons for more of the many people. No matter if you’re flexitarian, vegan, meat lover, have dietary needs or cultural preferences.”
Form design process
With a taste of Sweden
If Sweden were a taste, it would taste like HUVUDROLL meatballs. Since we launched our meatballs in 1985, they are eaten and loved every year by millions of people everywhere. To enhance the meat flavour, they are gently seasoned. Either serve them classically with mashed potatoes, cream sauce and lingonberry jam, a dish with both harmony and flavour contrasts – or choose new, more unexpected combinations. Regardless of how they’re enjoyed, our meatballs are always a tasty icon!