AUTHENTIC SOPA DE ALBONDIGAS

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My grandmother's recipe has finally found it's way to my hands! YAY I made this and it is the absolute best Albondigas I've ever had... The only difference between the torn and worn recipe my Nana gave me and this one...I've translated to English and Americanized/Modernized some of the measurements. It's AUTHENTIC, too! None...

Provided by Melissa Baldan

Categories     Beef Soups

Number Of Ingredients 27

MEATBALLS
1 lb ground beef
1 Tbsp fresh mint, minced
1 Tbsp fresh cilantro, minced
1 Tbsp white onion, minced
1 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 eggs
THE SOUP
2 dried ancho chilies
2 dried guajillo chiles (if you can't find these, double the anchos)
1 roma tomatoe
3 garlic cloves
1 Tbsp vegetable oil
1/4 white onion, sliced thin
6 c water
1/4 tsp cumin
2 chicken bouillon cubes
1 beef bouillon, cubes
2 carrots, sliced in half lengthwise and then cut into 1 inch pieces)
1 chayote squash, (cut into 1 inch pieces)
1 red potato (cut into 1 inch pieces)
1/2 c green beans, fresh (ends removed and snapped in quarters)
salt
GARNISH
cilantro, fresh
lime (quartered)

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all meatball ingredients together and form balls using 3 tablespoons mixture. Place, covered, in fridge until ready to cook.
  • 2. In a small saucepan place the dried chilies, garlic cloves and tomato and fill with water until all are completely covered. Boil on medium high for 10-15 minutes.
  • 3. In a large stockpot, heat oil and sautee onions for 2 minutes Add carrots, water, cumin, all bouillon, chayote, potatoes and green beans.
  • 4. While the soup is heating, drain the chili mixture and put in blender with 2 cups fresh water. Blend until all is incorporated and smooth.
  • 5. Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the blended mixture into the stock pot. (This can be tricky because the skin and seeds will get stuck so you'll need to be patient and not dump all the mixture at once. You should do it about 1/3 at a time, rinsing the strainer in between.)
  • 6. Once all the chili mixture has been strained to stock stir well and bring to a boil. Add salt as needed at this point. Reduce to medium and cook for 15 minutes.
  • 7. Reduce heat to medium low. Add in the meatballs, one at a time. Gently stir making sure the meatballs are covered. Place a lid on the stock pot and cook for 30 minutes.
  • 8. Serve the soup with chopped cilantro and a lime wedge.

TAYLOR MADE
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Dhan thapa Magar
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Olti Morina
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Overall, this sopa de albondigas was a success. The meatballs were tender and flavorful, and the broth was rich and savory. I would definitely make this again.


Philemon Falos
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This soup was a disappointment. The meatballs were tough and the broth was bland. I would not recommend this recipe.


gloriamaria
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The meatballs in this sopa de albondigas were a bit dry, but the broth was delicious. I would try this recipe again, but I would make sure to add more moisture to the meatballs.


Zykunno
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5 stars! This sopa de albondigas is now my go-to soup recipe. It's so easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


Asraf Uddin
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Easy to follow recipe that resulted in a delicious and hearty soup. The meatballs were especially tasty.


John Mike
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This sopa de albondigas is the best I've ever had! The meatballs are so light and fluffy, and the broth is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Blessing Okoh
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Just tried this recipe and it was a hit! The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the broth was perfectly seasoned. I served it with some crusty bread and a salad, and it was a complete meal.


Troy Frazier
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My family loved this sopa de albondigas! The meatballs were so flavorful and tender, and the broth was rich and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.