Albondigas Soup (Mexican Meatball Soup)

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5.0

6 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    50 mins

  • Servings

    6

  • Calories

    364 kcal

  • Course

    Main Course, Soup

  • Cuisine

    Mexican

Albondigas Soup (Mexican Meatball Soup)

Not your typical albondigas soup, our version features meatballs that are positively PACKED with flavor, a colorful lineup of veggies, and an unforgettably delicious broth!

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Ingredients

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  • For the meatballs:
  • 3/4 pound ground beef
  • 1/4 pound Easy Homemade Mexican Chorizo , (HIGHLY recommended!) or store-bought
  • 1/4 cup masa harina
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped onions
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 Chipotle en adobo , chopped + 2 teaspoons adobo sauce from can
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • For the soup:
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow or white onion chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 oz can of corn , drained
  • 1 oz can of black beans , rinsed and drained
  • 1 oz can of petite diced tomatoes
  • 1 .5 oz can of diced green chilies with liquid
  • 2 chipotles en adobo , chopped
  • 10 cups beef stock
  • 1/3 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Extra chopped cilantro for garnish
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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.Place all the ingredients for the meatballs in a bowl and thoroughly combine everything. Form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a lined cookie sheet. Bake for 16-20 minutes or until cooked through.
  2. While the meatballs are cooking prepare the rest of the soup: Heat the oil in a large stock pot over medium-high heat and cook the onions until soft and translucent, 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for another minute. Add the beef stock and all remaining soup ingredients, except for the cilantro. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to medium, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Add the meatballs and cilantro and simmer for another 5 minutes. Add salt to taste.Serve hot sprinkled with some fresh chopped cilantro.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 364kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 79mg (26%) Sodium 1156mg (48%) Potassium 1013mg (29%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 873IU (17%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 76mg (8%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 364 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 364kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 23g 46%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 79mg 26%
Sodium 1156mg 48%
Potassium 1013mg 22%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 873IU 17%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 76mg 8%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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