Meatballs are a delightful culinary creation loved by people of all ages, and Spanish-style meatballs, known as albóndigas, are no exception. These tender and flavorful meatballs are immersed in a rich and tangy tomato sauce, making them a hearty and satisfying dish. Our collection of albóndigas recipes offers a variety of options to tantalize your taste buds, whether you prefer classic, spicy, or vegetarian meatballs. Each recipe is carefully crafted to guide you through the process of creating these delectable treats, from selecting the right ingredients to achieving the perfect texture and taste. So, prepare to indulge in the irresistible charm of Spanish-style meatballs, and let your taste buds embark on a culinary journey filled with zesty flavors and heartwarming aromas.
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SPANISH MEATBALLS IN TOMATO SAUCE - ALBONDIGAS RECIPE
Spanish meatballs or tapas - albondigas, these are the best meatballs in tomato sauce, Spanish food at its best.
Provided by Adina
Categories Beef, Pork and Lamb
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- Make meatballs: Place the ground meat, grated garlic cloves, lightly beaten egg, dried breadcrumbs, parsley, sweet, smoked, hot paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well with your hand. Form between 30 and 35 small meatballs, about the size of a walnut.
- Fry meatballs: Heat the oil in a large skillet. Fry the meatballs (in two batches if necessary) until brown on all sides. This will take about 5 minutes. Take the meatballs out of the pan and set them aside.
- Chop the onion very finely.
- Saute: Heat the 2 tablespoons olive oil in the same skillet. Add the onion and cook it until translucent. Add the finely chopped garlic cloves and stir for another minute.
- Simmer: Add the tomatoes from the can, fennel seeds, oregano, bay leaves, cayenne pepper, and chopped parsley. Add some salt and pepper as well. Stir well and bring to a boil. Simmer on medium-low heat for 20 minutes or until slightly thickened.
- Add the meatballs to the pan and heat them in the sauce for about 5 minutes or cooked through.
- Serve as suggested above.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /4 of the dish, Calories 565 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 43 g, Fat 38 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 176 mg, Sodium 788 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 22 g
AUTHENTIC MEXICAN MEATBALLS (ALBONDIGAS MEXICANAS)
Find out how to make these delicious, easy to make, Mexican meatballs, known as "albondigas" in Spanish.
Provided by Charbel Barker
Categories Main Course
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Start by adding the 1/2 cup of white rice to a pan with 1/2 cup of water and let boil for 10 minutes to partially cook the rice. Let cool and set aside.
- Add all of the meatball ingredients, including the rice, in a large bowl and mix well.
- Once combined, form balls that are approximately 1 inch in diameter, and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes or until sufficiently browned on the outside.
- Separately, blend the ingredients for the salsa in a blender, and then saute the salsa with 1 tsp of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes and let boil for approximately 5 minutes.
- Add the celery and the cooked meatballs.
- Add additional salt and pepper to taste and let simmer for approximately 20 minutes longer until the meatballs and potatoes are completely cooked through.
- Accompany with rice, beans, and tortillas.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Meatball, Calories 97 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Sodium 250 mg, Fiber 1 g
ALBONDIGAS (SPANISH MEATBALLS)
A very popular Spanish tapas dish - I can't vouch for the authenticity, but it tastes great. Lamb can be used as a substitute for beef if desired. Taken from my blog at http://onceuponathyme.wordpress.com/2008/11/30/albondigas-spanish-meatballs/
Provided by Andrew Schofield
Categories Meat
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix the mince with the egg and half the onion. Season with 1 stock cube and black pepper.
- Roll the mixture with your hands into ping pong sized balls and fry in oil until almost cooked (the meatballs can still be slightly pink in middle as they are going to simmer in the sauce). Drain all but 1tbsp oil in the pan, retaining the bit's of meat that are left in the bottom of the pan. Add the rest of the onions and some garlic and fry for a further 2 minutes - they should turn a beatiful meaty colour.
- Add the 2 tins of chopped tomatoes and a good sprinkling of mixed herbs (I used Herbs de Provence). Add in the red wine and crumble in the final stock cube, then season again if required.
- Simmer for 20 minutes so that the sauce thickens - longer if it requires it.
- Serving Suggestion - This can be served on it's own as part of a tapas meal, or you could serve these with spaghetti or some Spanish rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267, Fat 9.5, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 126.8, Sodium 413.6, Carbohydrate 11.9, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 7, Protein 29.9
ALBONDIGAS
This is a quick and easy recipe that tastes delicious. Carrots and potatoes, with salsa and meatballs, makes for a hearty, delicious soup that can be prepared in no time at all.
Provided by Belen
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Beef Soup Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large stock pot, bring water, carrots, potatoes, onion, salsa, and bouillon cubes to a boil. Reduce to a medium simmer, stirring occasionally, approximately 10 minutes.
- Mix the beef, breadcrumbs, and milk together in a bowl. Form into 1-inch meatballs, and drop into boiling broth. Once soup returns to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low.
- Cover and cook 20 minutes, or until meatballs are no longer pink in center and vegetables are tender. Serve with sprinkled cilantro for garnish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 71.5 mg, Fat 17.1 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 899.8 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
Tips:
- Use a combination of ground meats. This will give your meatballs a more complex flavor and texture. Ground beef, pork, and veal are all good options.
- Soak the bread in milk before adding it to the meatball mixture. This will help to bind the meatballs together and make them more moist.
- Don't overmix the meatball mixture. Overmixing will make the meatballs tough.
- Use a large skillet or pot to cook the meatballs. This will prevent them from overcrowding and sticking together.
- Brown the meatballs in a little bit of oil before adding them to the sauce. This will help to seal in the juices and prevent them from drying out.
- Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve the meatballs with your favorite pasta, rice, or vegetables.
Conclusion:
Albondigas con salsa de tomate is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The meatballs are tender and juicy, and the sauce is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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