Idris
Culinary Explorer
Hey everyone! Today, I'm delighted to share my recipe for Albondigas Soup, a hearty and comforting Mexican soup that's perfect for warming you up on chilly days or satisfying your craving for authentic Mexican cuisine. Whether you're looking for a comforting bowl of soup to enjoy on a cozy night in or planning a festive Mexican-inspired dinner party, Albondigas Soup is sure to impress. So, let's gather our ingredients and get ready to savor the flavors of Mexico with this delicious Albondigas Soup recipe!
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Albondigas Soup Recipe:
Ingredients: For the meatballs:
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Albondigas Soup Recipe:
Ingredients: For the meatballs:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup uncooked rice
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 egg
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 2 zucchini, diced
- 6 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for serving
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients for the meatballs: ground beef, uncooked rice, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, ground cumin, dried oregano, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and set aside.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced carrots, potatoes, and zucchini to the pot and cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Pour in the beef or chicken broth and diced tomatoes with their juices. Add the ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Carefully add the meatballs to the simmering soup, one at a time, making sure they are submerged in the broth.
- Continue to simmer the soup for another 20-25 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Ladle the Albondigas Soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the soup.