Best 9 Albondigas Meatballs En Chipotle Recipes

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Albondigas meatballs en chipotle is a traditional Mexican dish which is a favorite among both locals and tourists. These flavorsome meatballs are made with a combination of ground beef, pork, and veal, and are simmered in a rich tomato chipotle sauce. The result is a tender and juicy meatball with a perfect balance of heat and spice. Served with rice and beans, this classic Mexican dish is sure to become a family favorite.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHIPOTLE SAUCE MEATBALLS



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Chipotle Sauce Meatballs, This is one of the most popular and favorite ways of eating meatballs in Mexico. The mild spiciness and smoky taste of the Chipotle peppers are the key ingredients of this dish. It's hard for my mouth to not start watering just by looking at the picture above.

Provided by Mely Martínez

Categories     Beef

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 Slice of sandwich bread
2 Tablespoons of milk
1 Pound ground beef (85/15%fat)
1 whole egg
1 garlic clove finely chopped or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional boiled eggs or small cubes of cheese
1 1/2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
1/4 cup white onion (finely chopped)
2 garlic clove (finely diced)
3 Large tomatoes (chopped (22 oz))
1-2 Canned Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce "La Morena"*
1/2 Cup Chicken broth or water if needed**
Salt and pepper to taste.
Chopped parsley or cilantro to garnish

Steps:

  • Place the slice of bread and milk in a large bowl. Mash bread until smooth and add ground meat. egg, salt, garlic, and pepper. Knead the mixture with your hands until it is well combined.
  • Form 1 1/2-inch meatballs, rolling a small portion of your hands. You should have 16 meatballs. Wet your hands with cold water before forming the meatballs to avoid the meat from sticking to your hands.
  • Many cooks in Mexico like to stuff the meatballs with a small piece of boiled egg or cheese. Others even add a small piece of a Serrano pepper. To do this, press the small piece of egg or cold cheese into the meatball and seal by rolling the meatball again between your hands.
  • Place tomatoes and Chipotle Peppers in your blender and process until you have a very smooth sauce. The amount given renders 2 1/2 cups of sauce.
  • Heat the oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Cook onion until transparent, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, stir, and keep cooking for 3 more minutes.
  • Stir in tomato sauce and simmer for 5 minutes. Add chicken broth or water if needed. Transfer meatballs to saucepan, cover, and cook for 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Remove lid and keep simmering for 10 more minutes. If your sauce is too watery, remove the already cooked meatballs and place them in a warm oven, covered with aluminum foil, while you keep simmering the sauce until the desired thickness is achieved.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 266 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 15 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 81 mg, Sodium 223 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ALBONDIGAS (MEATBALLS) EN CHIPOTLE



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Tiny flavorful meatballs that your friends and family will rave about. Authentic Mexican recipe. Serve with warm tortillas and a salad.

Provided by MexicoKaren

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Pork Soup Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 tomatoes, chopped
1 small onion
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups chicken stock
4 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
2 eggs
1 small onion
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
5 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped
1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
1 cup cooked rice

Steps:

  • Blend tomatoes, 1 onion, 1 clove garlic, and adobo sauce in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir tomato mixture in hot oil until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Stir in chicken stock and continue to cook for 10 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, blend tomatillos, eggs, 1 small onion, chipotle peppers, 2 cloves garlic, chicken bouillon, and cilantro in a blender or food processor until smooth. Transfer mixture to a large bowl and add beef, pork, and rice; stir to combine. Roll meat mixture into walnut-sized balls.
  • Transfer meatballs to tomato mixture; simmer until meatballs are no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 119.1 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 506.8 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

ALBONDIGAS IN CHIPOTLE TOMATO SAUCE



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Provided by The Hearty Boys

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h40m

Yield 40 to 50 meatballs

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 1/2 pounds ground pork
2 eggs
1 cup plain bread crumbs
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 small onion, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/2 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
Chipotle Tomato Sauce, recipe follows
2 (28-ounce) cans tomato sauce
1/2 cup canned chipotles in sauce (available in the International section of most supermarkets)
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1-ounce unsweetened chocolate chopped into small bits
Salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place ground pork into a large mixing bowl, making sure to break meat into smaller pieces. Add the rest of the ingredients and mix by hand until all the ingredients are well blended. Don't overwork or the meatballs will be mealy. Form into 1-ounce balls, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter and place them closely together on a sheet pan. Place the pan into the top half of the oven and cook until the meatballs are just firm to the touch, about 10 minutes. Remove from pan and drop into the Chipotle Tomato Sauce. Simmer 5 minutes and serve.
  • Put the tomato sauce, chipotles with sauce and the rest of the ingredients into a large, heavy bottomed saucepan. Stir well and place over high heat until the sauce begins to bubble. Reduce the heat and simmer for 1 hour, being sure to stir every 10 to 15 minutes so it doesn't burn.

ALBONDIGAS EN CHIPOTLE DE TUBAC RECIPE - (4.6/5)



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Provided by kishthecook

Number Of Ingredients 24

Albongigas (meatballs):
3 slices bacon, chopped into chunks
4 cloves garlic, peeled
2 eggs
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 lb ground turkey
1 lb good local mexican ground loose chorizo, pork or beef
1/2 cup fresh mint and or basil..or a combo
1 tsp salt
Sauce:
2-3 lbs ripe tomatoes- or 1 can fire roasted diced tomatoes
1 onion sliced
garlic cloves, as many as you like
2-3 chipotle chilies in adobo sauce
2-3 TBS chipotle(adobo) sauce from the can
2 TBS EVoo (extra virgin olive oil)
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup red wine
1/4 c sherry or 1 tsp sugar or honey
a handfull of semi sweet chocolate chips (or Mexican chocolate if you have it!)
1/4 tsp cinnamon
dash of ground cloves
salt to taste
fresh chopped cilantro to garnish

Steps:

  • Slice the tomatoes and place on a lightly oiled baking sheet. Drizzle a tiny bit of EVOO over and sprinkle with a little salt. Place in a 450 oven and roast for 20-25 minutes... meanwhile Make the albondigas: place the bacon and garlic cloves in a food processor and whiz. Add the eggs and bread crumbs, whiz again. Add the ground chorizo and tukey, mint and/or basil and 1 tsp salt. Whiz to combine all but dont overdo it into a paste. Scrape the mixture into a large bowl. Scoop 1/2 of this meat mixture into a ziplock baggie and freeze for easy albondigas later! Set bowl aside. Clean out the food processor. Remove the roasted tomatoes from the oven when they are ready and scrape them and all their juices into the clean food processor. Clean off the baking sheet that had the tomatoes on it and oil it lightly for roasting the meatballs. Roll large spoonfulls of meat mixture into meatballs about the size of a golf or ping pong ball. Place them on the baking sheet. Roast in the same 450 oven for 15 minutes. Turn them and roast an additional 10 minutes. While the meatballs roast: Add the onion and garlic to the food processor with your roasted tomatoes. Whiz to chop well. Add the chipotles and the adobo sauce plus 1 tsp salt and 1 tsp sugar. Whiz to a nice thin paste consisitancy. On the stove top, heat 2 TBS EVOO. When oil is hot, add the tomato/ chipotle mixture. It will sputter and pop. This is good. Stand by with a wooden flat spoon or sturdy spatula and let the sauce cook for 5 minutes or so, undisturbed, to develope that wonderful dark crud underneath. Stir well and continue to cook, letting the crud keep forming and then scraping it up for about another 20-25 minutes total. This is where the flavor deepens! Manage the heat and your stirring so it doesnt burn.. just keep developing that rich brown crud, then scrape it up smooth it out, and wait for it to form again.... now add the chicken broth and stir to deglaze. Add the red wine and sherry. Stir and let cook 5 minutes or so. Add the cinnamon, cloves and handfull of chocolate. Stir to melt the chocolate. Season with salt as needed. Turn off heat. Your meatballs are probably done now. Remove from oven and place them into the crock pot. Pour the cooked sauce over and stir gently to combine. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6-8 hours or more until soft and cooked through. Stir in or garnish with chopped fresh cilantro at the end and serve with crushed chiltipin on the side for those who like the extra heat!

MEATBALLS IN CHIPOTLE SAUCE



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Albondigas, the Spanish word for meatballs, is also the name of this traditional dish in which they are simmered in a spicy tomato sauce.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Pork Recipes     Ground Pork Recipes

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 1/2 pounds ground pork
1 medium onion, coarsely grated and squeezed firmly to remove excess liquid
1 small zucchini, coarsely grated and squeezed firmly to remove excess liquid
1 large egg
1/4 cup dried breadcrumbs
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, with juice
1-2 chipotle chiles in adobo
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Cooked rice and chopped fresh cilantro, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine pork, onion, zucchini, egg, breadcrumbs, oregano, cumin, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper; mix well with a fork. Form into 16 (2-inch) balls; transfer to a plate, and place in freezer until firm, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine tomatoes and chiles in a blender; process until smooth, and set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large, straight-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Add half the meatballs; cook until brown, turning often, 4 to 5 minutes; transfer to a plate. Repeat with remaining oil and meatballs.
  • Reduce heat to medium-low. Add pureed sauce and return all meatballs to skillet. Cover; simmer, stirring occasionally, 30 minutes. Uncover, and simmer until sauce is thickened, 5 to 10 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper. Serve over rice, sprinkled with cilantro, as desired.

MEXICAN MEATBALLS WITH CHIPOTLE SAUCE ' ALBONDIGAS '



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This versatile Meatball recipe can be eaten on its own or served with pasta, rice, couscous or in a baguette.

Provided by The-Lottie-Plot-34

Time 1h10m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 34

500g minced lamb
1 egg
1 cup of breadcrumbs
1 tbsp garlic crushed
1 onion finely chopped
1 tbsp of oregano
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1/8 tsp allspice
1/4 tsp ground coriander
1/4 tsp ground/ grated nutmeg
1 apple grated ( core removed)
500g minced lamb
1 egg
1 cup of breadcrumbs
1 tbsp garlic crushed
1 onion finely chopped
1 tbsp of oregano
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
1/8 tsp allspice
1/4 tsp ground coriander
1/4 tsp ground/ grated nutmeg
1 apple grated ( core removed)
2x 400g passata
1 tsp chipotle paste
1 onion finely chopped
2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp mint
1/2 tsp oregano
pinch of sugar
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • To make the meatballs. Soften the onions and garlic in a pan and set aside to cool slightly.
  • when cooled add the onions and garlic to the remaining meatball ingredients and mix thoroughly. The mixture should be quiet moist.
  • With your hands shape into golf ball sized meatballs
  • Drizzle the pan with a little oil and gently fry the meatballs in batched until coloured all the way around, then set aside. The meatball do not have to be fully cooked all the way through at this stage.
  • To make the sauce. Scrape the pan clean and add oil if needed. fry the onions and garlic until browned.
  • Add the remaining sauce ingredients and bring to a simmer.
  • Carefully drop in the meatballs to the sauce along with any juices. Simmer for 30-40mins untill the sauce is thick and the meatballs are cooked through. Add a drop of water if the sauce becomes too thick.
  • Check for seasoning and adjust with a bit more sugar, salt or pepper if needed.

ALBONDIGAS AL CHIPOTLE (MEXICAN MEATBALL SOUP)



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Make and share this Albondigas Al Chipotle (Mexican Meatball Soup) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gaelige Coinnaigh

Categories     Meat

Time 1h20m

Yield 25 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 bolillo-type bread, in pieces
1/4 cup milk
5 tomatillos, cleaned and quartered
8 mint leaves, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, peeled and finely chopped
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/2 kg ground beef
salt and pepper, to taste
50 g chihuahua-style cheese, cut in small cubes
4 large tomatoes, quartered
1 garlic clove, peeled
1 small onion, quartered
1 -2 chipotle chile
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
4 -5 cups chicken broth
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • In a small receptacle, soak the bolillo in milk for 5 minutes. Grind well the onion and garlic in a mortar.
  • Add the tomatillos, mint, cumin, and grind together until it forms a paste. Add the mixture to the ground beef, salt and pepper, and mix well with your hands. Form Albondiga meatballs about 4 cm in diameter with a piece of the Chihuahua cheese inside. Set aside.
  • To make the sauce, blend the tomatoes, onion, garlic, chiles and water in a blender to a puree.
  • In a large pot, heat the oil and then add the puree. Let it boil around 8 minutes and then add the stock, bay leaf, and salt to taste Bring to a boil again. Reduce the flame and let it cook 5 minute. Add the Albondigas and cook on medium heat for 30 minutes. Spicy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.9, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 15.2, Sodium 157.8, Carbohydrate 2.8, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.5, Protein 5.4

ALBONDIGAS IN CHIPOTLE SAUCE



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Great recipe for meat-ball lovers, in rich tomato sauce with a Latin twist

Provided by emmanueil

Time 35m

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place ground meat into a large mixing bowl, making sure to break meat into smaller pieces.
  • the rest of the ingredients and mix by hand until all the ingredients are well blended. Don't overwork or the meatballs will be mealy. Form into 1-ounce balls, about 1 1/2 inches in diameter and place them closely together on a sheet pan.
  • Place the pan into the top half of the oven and cook until the meatballs are just firm to the touch, about 10 minutes. Remove from pan and drop into the Chipotle Tomato Sauce. Simmer 5 minutes and serve.
  • Put the tomato sauce, chipotles with sauce and the rest of the ingredients into a large, heavy bottomed saucepan. Stir well and place over high heat until the sauce begins to bubble. Reduce the heat and simmer for 1 hour, being sure to stir every 10 to 15 minutes so it doesn't burn.
  • Serve with white rice or mashed potatoes

ALBONDIGAS (MEATBALLS) EN CHIPOTLE



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Tiny flavorful meatballs that your friends and family will rave about. Authentic Mexican recipe. Serve with warm tortillas and a salad.

Provided by MexicoKaren

Categories     Pork Soup

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 tomatoes, chopped
1 small onion
1 clove garlic
1 tablespoon adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups chicken stock
4 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
2 eggs
1 small onion
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
2 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
5 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped
1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
1 cup cooked rice

Steps:

  • Blend tomatoes, 1 onion, 1 clove garlic, and adobo sauce in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir tomato mixture in hot oil until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Stir in chicken stock and continue to cook for 10 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, blend tomatillos, eggs, 1 small onion, chipotle peppers, 2 cloves garlic, chicken bouillon, and cilantro in a blender or food processor until smooth. Transfer mixture to a large bowl and add beef, pork, and rice; stir to combine. Roll meat mixture into walnut-sized balls.
  • Transfer meatballs to tomato mixture; simmer until meatballs are no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 119.1 mg, Fat 22.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 23.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 506.8 mg, Sugar 3.9 g

Tips:

  • Select the right ground meat: A combination of ground beef and ground pork is often used for albondigas, as it provides a good balance of flavor and texture. You can also use ground chicken or turkey for a lighter option.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients you use, the better your albondigas will taste. Look for fresh, ripe tomatoes, onions, and garlic. Use a good-quality chipotle pepper sauce, and season your meatballs generously with salt and pepper.
  • Don't overmix the meatball mixture: Overmixing can make the meatballs tough. Just mix the ingredients until they are combined, then form them into balls.
  • Brown the meatballs well: Browning the meatballs gives them a nice crust and helps to seal in the flavor. Cook them over medium-high heat until they are browned on all sides.
  • Simmer the meatballs in a flavorful sauce: The sauce is what really makes albondigas special. Use a combination of tomatoes, chipotle peppers, onions, garlic, and spices to create a flavorful sauce that the meatballs can simmer in.
  • Serve the albondigas with your favorite sides: Albondigas can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, pasta, or vegetables. You can also add them to soup or stew.

Conclusion:

Albondigas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal taste. Whether you serve them as an appetizer, main course, or side dish, albondigas are sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give albondigas a try. You won't be disappointed.

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