Enjoy a warm bowl of Albóndigas Mexican Meatball Soup, a delightful comfort food that combines flavorful meatballs with a savory broth, perfect for any occasion.
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
1/2 cup rice
1 egg
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
8 cups beef broth
2 carrots, diced
2 zucchinis, diced
1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 lime, juiced
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, rice, egg, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
In a large pot, bring beef broth to a boil over medium-high heat.
Add the diced carrots and cook for 5 minutes.
Carefully add the meatballs to the pot and simmer for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
Add the zucchini, diced tomatoes, cilantro, and lime juice to the soup and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Serve warm, garnished with additional cilantro if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding bay leaves while simmering the soup.
