Sopa De Albondigas (Aka Meatball Soup)

May 16, 2023May 16, 20230 11
Savoury Sopa De Albondigas recipe for those cold winter nights
in Soup

Prep

25 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 small onion
1 small garlic clove
1 lb ground beef or 1 lb ground lamb
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice ( found with other spices- can find in reg supermarkets )
salt & freshly ground black pepper ( reg pepper is fine too )
3 large eggs
1/2 cup breadcrumbs , plain is fine
8 cups meat stock , you can use beef flavored bullion cubes as well . use about 2 cups of water for each cube
1/3 cup long grain white rice , rinsed ( that 's an approx amount . Can add more or less depending how much you like rice- but remember it suck )
1 large lemon , maybe a little less , the lemon does have a strong taste in the end if too much is added
1/3 cup of finely chopped fresh parsley
1/3 cup finely snipped fresh chives

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
309
Sugar
2g
Fat
18g
Sopa De Albondigas, or meatball soup, is a traditional dish from Mexico that is popular throughout Central and South America. This savoury soup is a comforting and hearty meal that is perfect for cold winter nights. Made with ground beef or lamb meatballs, white rice and a fragrant broth, it is a simple and delicious recipe that can be adapted to suit different tastes. Variations of this recipe can be found in different cultures around the world, but the basic concept remains the same - meatballs in a soup!

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef or lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, cinnamon, allspice, salt, pepper and eggs.
2.Mix until evenly combined, then add breadcrumbs and mix again.
3.Use a small cookie scoop or tablespoon to portion meatballs, roll them between your palms and set them aside on a plate.
4.In a large pot, bring beef flavoured stock to a boil. Add meatballs along with white rice.
5.Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until rice and meatballs are fully cooked.
6.Squeeze lemon juice into the soup and stir in finely chopped parsley and chives.
7.Garnish with extra herbs or lemon, if desired.

PROS

Sopa De Albondigas is a flavourful and satisfying soup that can be served as a main course.

The meatballs and rice make it a filling and complete meal.

CONS

The meatballs can be time consuming to make and require some effort.

Additionally, the rice can make the soup a bit heavy and filling, which may not suit everyone’s tastes.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This soup is rich in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
It is also a good source of iron and B vitamins, which support healthy blood cells and energy levels.
The cinnamon and parsley in this recipe are believed to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which can support overall health.

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