ALBONDIGAS (MEATBALLS)

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There are many versions of meatballs in Mexico. None of them are browned, but are poached in the sauce. Some are stuffed with hard-boiled eggs while others use chilies as part of the sauce. Some might roll the meatballs in sauted rice before cooking. This is a mild version. Spice it up as you like using chilies in the sauce.

Provided by Karen From Colorado

Categories     Pork

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon onion, chopped
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 whole cloves
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
8 ounces ground pork
1 egg
1 tablespoon dry breadcrumbs
1 1/2 tablespoons mint, finely chopped
2 eggs, hard-boiled
2 lbs tomatoes
1 garlic clove
1/4 cup onion
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups water
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine the 3 cloves garlic, 1 tbl onion, cumin, cloves, salt and pepper in a food processor; process until well ground.
  • Transfer spices to a bowl and add the beef, pork, raw egg, breadcrumbs and mint; mix together thoroughly with your hands.
  • Cut the hard-boiled eggs in half and each half into 9 pieces.
  • Form meatballs around each egg piece; set aside.
  • To make the sauce, puree the tomatoes, garlic and onion in a blender or food processor; strain.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet and add pureed tomatoe mixture; bring to a boil.
  • add water and salt and simmer for 6 minutes.
  • Uncover and add meatballs to the sauce.
  • Cook, covered, over low heat for 30 minutes; correct seasonings if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.7, Fat 30.2, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 197.4, Sodium 830.3, Carbohydrate 8.8, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4.5, Protein 32.5

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