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Albondigas Soup Recipe

A hearty and flavorful albondigas soup filled with tender meatballs, fresh vegetables, and rich broth, perfect for family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1/2 cup uncooked rice
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 2 stalks celery sliced
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine ground meat, rice, cilantro, egg, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Mix until well combined and form into small meatballs.
  • In a large pot, heat a splash of oil over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
  • Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a boil.
  • Add the meatballs carefully into the boiling broth.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes.
  • Add sliced carrots and celery, simmer for another 10 minutes.
  • Stir in the canned tomatoes and heat through.
  • Season with additional salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 15gFat: 10gFiber: 3g
Keyword albondigas, soup, Mexican cuisine, comfort food
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