ALBONDIGAS SOUP WITH CILANTRO PESTO
Taking its name from the word for the meatballs that float in its rich broth, this great one-dish meal is arguably the national soup of Mexico. Make a big pot for a casual party, keeping it warm on the stove top. Adding the cilantro pesto to each serving produces a wonderfully fresh taste.
Provided by Witch Doctor
Categories Chowders
Time 2h35m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Place the rice in a heatproof bowl. Bring the water to a boil and pour it over the rice. Let soak for 40 minutes, then drain; set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a sauté pan over medium heat, warm 2 tablespoons of the vegetable oil. Add 1 of the diced onions and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool.
- In a bowl, combine the pork, beef, cooled onion, soaked rice, egg, cumin, oregano, 3/4 teaspoon of the salt and 1/2 teaspoon of the pepper. Using your hands, mix well and form into 1-inch balls.
- In a large soup pot over medium heat, warm the remaining 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. Add the remaining diced onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, zucchini, carrots and tomatoes and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 5 minutes. Add the chicken stock, stir well and bring to a boil. Carefully slip the meatballs into the pot, reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered until the meatballs are fully cooked, about 45 minutes. Stir in the remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- While the soup simmers, make the cilantro pesto: In a mini food processor or a blender, combine the cilantro, mint, lime juice, olive oil, water and salt. Process to a paste.
- Ladle the soup into warmed soup bowls and top each serving with a dollop of cilantro pesto. Serve at once.
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Nisar Ali
[email protected]This soup was delicious and easy to make! I loved the combination of flavors and the meatballs were perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Aniya Pete
[email protected]I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit! The meatballs are always tender and juicy, and the broth is so flavorful. I love adding a dollop of sour cream or yogurt on top.
Sophie G
[email protected]This soup is a must-try! It's so flavorful and comforting. The meatballs are tender and juicy, and the broth is rich and savory. I highly recommend this recipe.
makena boykie
[email protected]This was one of the best soups I've ever had! The flavors were amazing and the meatballs were perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Swostika Pariyar
[email protected]The soup was tasty, but the meatballs were a bit too dense for my liking. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Morium Akter
[email protected]This soup was just okay. The meatballs were a bit dry and the broth was too salty. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Kula Gujjar
[email protected]The albondigas soup was delicious! The meatballs were tender and flavorful, and the broth was rich and savory. The cilantro pesto added a nice pop of freshness. I highly recommend this recipe.
Niko Chakhava
[email protected]This soup was easy to make and so flavorful! I loved the combination of the meatballs and the vegetables. I will definitely be making this again.
Oladipupo Olusegun Iyowun
[email protected]I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the flavor and the meatballs. I will definitely be making this again.
Ch Danish Ali
[email protected]This soup was incredibly delicious! The flavors were bold and complex, and the meatballs were tender and juicy. I added a bit of extra spice to mine, and it was perfect. My family loved it too - even my picky eater went back for seconds.