A traditional Mexican meatball soup made with flavorful broth, tender meatballs, and fresh vegetables. Perfect for a comforting and hearty meal.
Preparation time
20min
Cooking time
45min
Ingredients
6 Servings
- 1.5 l beef broth
- 2 carrots
- 0.5 cup cilantro
- 1 egg
- 2 cloves garlic
- 500 g ground beef
- 200 g ground pork
- 1 onion
- 0.5 tsp pepper
- 2 potatoes
- 100 g rice
- 1 tsp salt
- 400 ml tomato sauce
- 1 zucchini
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, rice, egg, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Step 2
Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. Set aside.
Step 3
In a large pot, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until softened.
Step 4
Add chopped carrots, potatoes, and zucchini to the pot. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 5
Pour in the tomato sauce and beef broth. Bring to a boil.
Step 6
Carefully add the meatballs to the boiling broth. Reduce heat to low and let simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
Step 7
Stir in chopped cilantro and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Step 8
Serve hot and enjoy your homemade Albondigas soup.