Teresa's Recipes
Albondigas en Salsa
Albondigas en Salsa, a quintessential Mexican dish, is a delightful medley of succulent meatballs enveloped in a rich, robust tomato sauce. This traditional recipe is a culinary gem, passed down through generations and cherished for its burst of flavors. The meatballs, made with high-quality ground beef, are infused with aromatic garlic, onions, and cilantro while a touch of cumin and oregano in the tomato sauce enhances the flavor profile, creating a dish that's comforting and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1/2 cup Bread crumbs
- 1, finely chopped Onion
- 2, minced Garlic cloves
- 1 Egg
- 1/4 cup, finely chopped Cilantro
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 cups Tomato sauce
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 Bay leaf
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Calories: 530
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 32g
- Protein: 35g
- Sodium: 1420mg
- Sugar: 8g
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Using your hands, shape the mixture into small, round meatballs, each about 1 inch in diameter.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the meatballs, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes. Once browned, remove the meatballs from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
- In the same skillet, pour in the tomato sauce and chicken broth. Add the dried oregano, cumin, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, return the meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are covered with the sauce.
- Cover the skillet and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve the Albondigas en Salsa hot, garnished with fresh cilantro. Enjoy this delicious piece of Mexican culinary heritage right at your table!
Tips
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of chili flakes to the tomato sauce.
- You can also add some finely chopped vegetables like bell peppers or carrots to the meatball mixture for extra nutrition.