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Writer's pictureCasandra Means

Mexican Comfort in a Bowl: Albondigas Soup Delight



Indulge in the warmth and richness of our Albondigas Soup Delight, a Mexican-inspired comfort in every spoonful. Savory meatballs, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic herbs come together in a hearty broth that promises to satisfy your soul and tantalize your taste buds. Perfect for cozy nights or anytime you crave a bowlful of flavor-packed goodness!


Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 45 minutes

Servings 6 servings


Ingredients

Albondigas (Meatballs)

  • 1 pound lean ground beef

  • 1 large egg

  • ½ cup white onion finely diced

  • ¼ cup Jasmine rice uncooked

  • 3 garlic cloves finely minced

  • 2 teaspoons salt plus more to taste

  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano

Soup

  • 48 ounces low-sodium chicken broth

  • 15 ounce can crushed tomatoes undrained

  • 3 large carrots peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces

  • 3-4 large russet potatoes about 1 pound, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces

  • 2 zucchini squash about 12 ounces once chopped, cut into 1-inch pieces

  • Optional: freshly chopped cilantro and lime wedge


Instructions

  • Add the ground beef, egg, onion, rice, garlic, salt, cumin, garlic powder, pepper, and oregano to a large bowl and stir by hand or with a spoon just until combined.

  • Form 2-inch balls from the mixture and set the balls on a plate for later.

  • Add the chicken broth and crushed tomatoes to a large soup pot or Dutch oven and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.

  • Gently add the meatballs to the broth and let them cook for 10 minutes then add the carrots, potatoes and zucchini to the pot and let them boil for another 5 minutes then reduce the heat to medium-low.

  • Add 2-3 more cups of water if needed and let it simmer for 10-15 more minutes, or until the vegetables are fork tender.

  • Remove the pan from the heat and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving with freshly chopped cilantro and lime wedges.

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