MEXICAN MEATBALLS WITH RED CHILE TOMATO SAUCE AND QUESO FRESCO

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Mexican Meatballs with Red Chile Tomato Sauce and Queso Fresco image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 29

2 tablespoons canola oil
1 medium red onion, finely diced
1 jalapeno, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons ancho chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 to 2 chipotle peppers in adobo, processed until smooth
One 28-ounce can plum tomatoes and their juice, processed until smooth
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Clover honey, to taste, optional
1 to 2 tablespoons Mexican crema
Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish
1/3 pound chorizo, very cold, cubed
1/3 pound chuck, very cold, cubed
1/3 pound pork butt, very cold, cubed
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro, plus extra for garnish
1/4 cup freshly grated Cotija cheese
1 tablespoon New Mexico chili powder
2 teaspoons Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 3/4 cups chicken stock
Queso fresco, for garnish
Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the red chile tomato sauce: Heat the oil in a 12-inch high-sided saute pan over high heat. Cook the onions and jalapenos until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook 30 seconds, and then stir in the chili powder and coriander and cook 1 minute. Pour in 1 cup water and cook until reduced. Mix in the chipotles and tomatoes and bring a boil, and then reduce to a simmer and cook until the sauce is slightly thickened, about 20 minutes. Season with salt, black pepper and honey, if using. Whisk in the crema, followed by the cilantro, and adjust the seasoning, if needed.
  • For the mexican meatballs: Grind the cubed meats using a hand-operated meat grinder fit with a medium dye. Combine the ground meats with the garlic and egg in a large bowl, and then add in 1/4 cup of the cilantro, the cheese, New Mexico chili powder, Mexican oregano, cumin and cayenne pepper. Gently mix together until combined. Begin mixing in the breadcrumbs, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the mixture holds together. Mix in some salt and black pepper, and form the meat into 2-inch balls. Heat the olive oil in a medium saute pan over medium heat. Cook the meatballs, turning occasionally, until brown all over, 3 to 4 minutes. Pour in the chicken stock and cook until the liquid is mostly reduced and the meatballs are just cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes longer. Transfer to a serving platter and top with the Red Chile Tomato Sauce, queso fresco and additional cilantro leaves.

Md Shrif
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I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but these were actually pretty good.


minhazul hossain
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These meatballs were a little bland for my taste, but they were still good.


Mn Oppe
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the meatballs are always delicious.


Shanny Parsons sorensen
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These meatballs were so good! I will definitely be making them again.


King David
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I made these meatballs for my potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.


charlynn savage
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This recipe was easy to follow and the meatballs turned out great. I loved the combination of flavors in the sauce.


Chachar Shahidali
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The meatballs were a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious. I'll try adding more moisture to the meatballs next time.


Omar Mallida
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These meatballs were a little too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved them. I'll probably make them again, but with less chili powder.


Muhmmad Afzan
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I love this recipe! The meatballs are so flavorful and the sauce is perfect. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.


Shelby Partin
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The meatballs were easy to make and the sauce was delicious. I served them over rice and they were a big hit with my family.


Lany Villareal
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These meatballs were a hit at my dinner party! The sauce was flavorful and the queso fresco added a nice touch of creaminess. I will definitely be making these again.