Description
Experience the warmth and comfort of Albondigas Soup, a traditional Mexican meatball soup that’s perfect for any occasion. This hearty dish features tender, flavorful meatballs simmered in a rich tomato-based broth, complemented by fresh vegetables. Whether you’re hosting a cozy family dinner or craving something nourishing, this soup is sure to satisfy everyone’s taste buds. With its quick preparation time and nutritious ingredients, you’ll have a delightful meal ready in no time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1/4 cup long-grain rice
- 1 egg
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 1 medium carrot (diced)
- 6 cups beef stock
- 1 ½ cups tomato sauce
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, rice, egg, garlic, cilantro, salt, and pepper. Form into meatballs and refrigerate.
- Heat olive oil in a stockpot over medium heat and sauté onions, carrots, and celery until softened.
- Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Stir in potatoes, zucchini, green beans, tomato sauce, oregano, and beef stock; bring to a boil.
- Gently add the meatballs to the soup; cover and simmer for about 20 minutes.
- Finish with chopped cilantro and season to taste before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg