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Albondigas: Mexican Meatball Soup
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Albondigas: Mexican Meatball Soup
Albondigas is a traditional Mexican soup made with meatballs, vegetables, and aromatic spices. This hearty and flavorful dish is a staple in Mexican cuisine, perfect for a comforting meal. The soup is typically served with a side of warm tortillas, lime wedges, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro. The combination of tender meatballs, crunchy vegetables, and rich broth creates a delightful harmony of textures and flavors.
Time Cook
30
Level
Intermediate
Calories
450
Allergens
Beef, Pork, Gluten
Ingredients
1 lb
Ground Beef
300 Calories
0.5 lb
Ground Pork
200 Calories
0.5 cup
Breadcrumbs
50 Calories
1 medium
Onion
45 Calories
2 medium
Carrots
60 Calories
2 medium
Potatoes
140 Calories
2 tbsp
Tomato Paste
10 Calories
1 tsp
Cumin
5 Calories
1 tsp
Paprika
5 Calories
1 tsp
Salt
0 Calories
1 tsp
Pepper
0 Calories
1 large
Egg
70 Calories
Step-by-Step Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, breadcrumbs, onion, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well with your hands until everything is fully incorporated.
2
Use your hands to shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter. You should end up with around 20-25 meatballs.
3
Heat a large pot of chicken broth over medium-high heat. Once the broth is boiling, carefully add the meatballs to the pot. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and float to the surface.
4
While the meatballs are cooking, prepare the vegetables. Peel and chop the carrots and potatoes into bite-sized pieces. Add the chopped vegetables to the pot along with the tomato paste. Cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
5
Once the soup is cooked, remove from heat and let it cool slightly. Serve the albondigas hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, a lime wedge, and a few homemade tortilla chips on the side.
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