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Albondigas Soup Recipe

A comforting and flavorful soup featuring tender meatballs, fresh vegetables, and a savory broth, perfect for any occasion.
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Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: albondigas, soup, Mexican, comfort food
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup rice
  • 1 egg
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup sliced carrots
  • 1 cup diced celery
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, mix ground beef, rice, egg, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Form the mixture into small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter.
  • In a large pot, heat the beef broth over medium heat.
  • Add diced tomatoes to the pot and bring to a simmer.
  • Carefully drop the meatballs into the simmering broth.
  • Add sliced carrots and diced celery to the pot.
  • Allow the soup to simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until meatballs are cooked through.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
  • Enjoy your delicious albondigas soup!

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 3g