Albondigas (authentic Mexican meatballs) recipe
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
Mexican
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb ground beef (90-95% lean)
- 1/2 cup crumbled chicharrones (substitute with breadcrumbs)
- 1 whole egg
- 1 jar Molli Ground Beef Taco Simmer Sauce from Morelos
- 1/4 cup chicken broth You can substitute with water
- 1 tsp Dry Oregano
Instructions
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Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, oregano, salt and pepper in a bowl. Knead the mixture with your hands until is is all mixed.
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Form meatballs 2 inches in diameter. Reserve.
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In a saucepan, pour Molli Morelos cooking sauce and chicken broth; bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
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Reduce heat to medium-low. Add meatballs to the saucepan ensuring all are covered by the sauce. Cover with a lid and simmer for 10 minutes.
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Season with salt and pepper. Simmer, uncovered, for another 10 min.
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Serve with rice and beans.