Albondigas

Albondigas

Tender Spanish meatballs simmered in a rich tomato broth with aromatic spices.

⏱ 40 minServes 4Spanish

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Directions

  1. 1Mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, half the garlic, and parsley in a bowl; season with salt and pepper. Form into 1-inch meatballs.
  2. 2Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown meatballs in batches, about 3-4 minutes, then set aside.
  3. 3In the same pot, sauté diced onion and remaining garlic until softened, about 3 minutes.
  4. 4Add cumin and paprika, stir for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. 5Pour in crushed tomatoes and beef broth, bring to a simmer.
  6. 6Return meatballs to pot and simmer for 20 minutes until cooked through and broth thickens.
  7. 7Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.

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