Best 6 Mexicali Meatballs Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Mexicali meatballs, a culinary fusion that seamlessly blends Mexican and Italian influences. These succulent meatballs, crafted with a delectable mix of ground beef, pork, and chorizo, are infused with a symphony of spices, including cumin, chili powder, and oregano, capturing the essence of Mexican cuisine. Nestled in a rich and savory tomato sauce, these meatballs become the epitome of comfort food. Accompanying these meatballs are three equally enticing recipes: a refreshing cucumber salad with a tangy dressing, a creamy and flavorful guacamole, and a zesty salsa roja, each contributing a unique dimension to this culinary journey. Prepare to embark on a taste adventure that will transport your palate to the vibrant streets of Mexicali, where culinary traditions harmoniously intertwine.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN MEATBALLS (ALBONDIGAS MEXICANAS)



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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

1/2 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1/4 onion (finely chopped)
2 cloves garlic (finely minced)
1/4 bunch fresh parsley (finely chopped)
1/4 cup white rice (partially cooked (per instructions below))
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground oregano
1 tsp ground paprika
salt and pepper (to taste)
5 roma tomatoes (roasted)
2 cloves garlic (roasted)
1/4 onion (roasted)
5 cups chicken broth
3 large potatoes (cut into cubes)
2 sticks celery (cut into small pieces)
1 tbsp oregano
1 tbsp paprika
1 tbsp ground cumin
salt and pepper (to taste)
1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (optional)

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

MEXICALI APPETIZER MEATBALLS



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Add a bit of heat with our Mexicali Appetizer Meatballs. Thanks to A.1. Original Sauce and salsa, these Mexicali Appetizer Meatballs are extra appetizing.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2/3 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
2/3 cup A.1. Original Sauce
1-1/2 lb. lean ground beef
1 egg
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425°F.
  • Combine salsa and A.1. Mix 1/3 cup with meat, egg and bread crumbs just until blended.
  • Shape into 48 (1-1/4-inch) meatballs; place on rimmed baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray.
  • Bake 12 to 15 min. or until done (160ºF). Place meatballs in serving dish; add remaining salsa mixture and stir gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110, Fat 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 410 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0.6407 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 9 g

MEXICALI TAMALE BALLS (MEXICAN MEATBALLS IN SAUCE)



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Make and share this Mexicali Tamale Balls (Mexican Meatballs in Sauce) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 70-80 Meatballs, 14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs lean ground beef
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 cups masa harina (finely ground yellow cornmeal)
1/2 cup flour
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 cup tomato juice
2 (16 ounce) cans tomatoes, chopped
1 onion, grated
2 teaspoons salt (or to taste)
2 teaspoons sugar
1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Combine all meatball ingredients.
  • Shape into marble sized balls; set aside.
  • In a blender, combine all sauce ingredients and blend for about 2 seconds; then heat the sauce in a heavy pot.
  • Gently fold in the meatballs and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, about 20 minutes or until meat is no longer pink and sauce thickens to desired consistency.
  • Serve in a chafing dish with colorful picks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198.2, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 42.1, Sodium 753.4, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3.2, Protein 15.5

MEXICALI MEATBALLS



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Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef or chicken
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 egg
1/3 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 cup milk
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 1/2 cups salsa
, Thinly sliced green onion, , if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°. Mix all ingredients except salsa and green onions. Shape into thirty 1-inch balls. Place in ungreased rectangular pan, 13x9x2 inches. Bake uncovered about 15 minutes or until no longer pink in center drain. Heat meatballs and salsa in 2-quart saucepan until salsa is hot. Sprinkle with green onions. Serve with wooden or plastic toothpicks. 1 Serving: Calories 35 (Calories from Fat 10) Fat 1g (Saturated 0g) Cholesterol 15mg Sodium 105mg Carbohydrate 2g (Dietary Fiber g) Protein 4g.Do-Ahead Directions: Place meatballs in single layer on ungreased cookie sheet. Freeze uncovered about 1 hour or until firm. Store tightly sealed in heavy-duty plastic food-storage bag or freezer container up to 2 months. About 25 minutes before serving, place salsa and frozen meatballs in 2-quart saucepan. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally reduce heat. Cover and simmer about 20 minutes or until meatballs are hot.From "Betty Crocker's Best of Healthy & Hearty Cooking." Text Copyright 1998 General Mills, Inc. Used with permission of the publisher, Wiley Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

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MEXICALI MEATBALLS



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Number Of Ingredients 6

* See note below.
1 (12-ounce) can corn whole kernel with red and green peppers, well
1 (10-ounce) jar mild taco sauce (about 1 3/4 cups)
1 (8-ounce) jar pasteurized process cheese spread pasteurized process
1 tablespoon pimiento chopped
20 cooked meatballs

Steps:

  • * Preparation Time: 15 minutes Storage Time: Up to 24 hours Reheating Time: 15 to 20 minutes (on stove top) or 30 minutes (in oven) In a large saucepan, stir together corn with peppers, taco sauce, cheese spread and pimiento. Stirring over medium heat, cook until cheese melts and mixture is bubbly.Add meatballs to sauce. If making ahead, cover and refrigerate up to 24 hours.Bell: Cook meatballs and sauce in a medium saucepan over medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes or until meatballs are hot, stirring sauce occasionally.Or, place meatballs and sauce in a deep 1 1/2- to 2-quart casserole. Bake in a preheated 350° oven for 30 minutes or until meatballs are hot.Serve over lightly crushed corn or tortilla chips.

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MEXICAN-STYLE SPAGHETTI AND MEATBALLS



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It's your classic Italian entree with a Mexican kick! The crumbled corn tostadas, chili powders, chili peppers, and chipotle peppers are the difference from your run-of-the-mill meatballs and sauce. The lean turkey makes it very healthy!

Provided by Sachin K.

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound ground turkey
1 ½ teaspoons Mexican-style chili Powder
1 teaspoon guajillo chile powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
1 egg
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ onion, finely chopped
1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
½ Anaheim (New Mexico) chile pepper, seeded and minced
2 tostada shells, crushed into fine crumbs
¼ cup bread crumbs
1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
½ onion, diced
1 chipotle chile in adobo sauce, finely chopped
1 (24 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place a sheet of aluminum foil onto a baking sheet, and lightly grease with cooking spray.
  • Place the ground turkey into a large mixing bowl and sprinkle with the Mexican chili powder, guajillo chile powder, salt, black pepper, and Parmesan cheese. Add the egg, olive oil, chopped onion, jalapeno pepper, and Anaheim pepper. Mix well with your hands until evenly blended, then sprinkle with the tostada crumbs and bread crumbs. Mix again until the bread crumbs are incorporated. Form the meatball mixture into 1-inch balls and place onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the meatballs have lightly browned and are no longer pink in the center, about 40 minutes. Turn the meatballs over after 20 minutes to ensure even cooking.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the spaghetti and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • After you have flipped the meatballs, stir together the diced tomatoes, diced onion, chipotle chile, spaghetti sauce, and taco seasoning in a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer 10 to 15 minutes until the onion is tender.
  • Once the meatballs are ready, stir them into the sauce, and cook 5 minutes longer. Spoon the meatballs and sauce over the spaghetti to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 595.1 calories, Carbohydrate 83.6 g, Cholesterol 93.7 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 28.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 1041 mg, Sugar 15.3 g

Tips:

  • To make the meatballs more flavorful, use a variety of ground meats, such as beef, pork, and lamb. You can also add some chopped vegetables, such as onions, carrots, and celery, to the meatball mixture.
  • Be sure to brown the meatballs well before adding them to the sauce. This will help to keep them moist and flavorful.
  • Use a good quality tomato sauce for the meatballs. You can either make your own sauce or use a store-bought sauce.
  • Simmer the meatballs in the sauce for at least 30 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the meatballs over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Conclusion:

These Mexicali Meatballs are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The meatballs are packed with flavor and the sauce is rich and tangy. Serve them over your favorite pasta or rice and you have a meal that the whole family will love.

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