Caldo de Albondigas Mexican Meatball Soup: A Hearty and Easy Delight
Caldo de Albondigas is a traditional Mexican meatball soup that combines flavorful meatballs with fresh vegetables in a rich broth. It's a comforting dish that's perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Meat-based
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup long-grain rice
- 1 egg
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine ground beef, rice, egg, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Form the mixture into small meatballs.
- In a large pot, bring the beef broth to a boil.
- Add the meatballs and cook for about 10 minutes.
- Add the carrots, potatoes, and zucchini. Simmer until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the canned tomatoes and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- For added flavor, you can include other vegetables like corn or bell peppers.
- Adjust the spices according to your taste for a little extra heat.