Best 7 Albondigas Soup With Cilantro Pesto Recipes

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Albondigas, the Spanish word for meatballs, are a popular and versatile dish often served in a flavorful and hearty soup. This soup with cilantro pesto takes albondigas to the next level with a vibrant and herbaceous twist. The combination of succulent meatballs simmered in a rich broth enhanced with zesty cilantro pesto creates a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Let's discover the delectable recipe for albondigas soup with cilantro pesto, an explosion of flavors that will warm your heart and satisfy your culinary cravings.

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ALBONDIGAS SOUP WITH CILANTRO PESTO



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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

3/4 cup short-grain white rice
1 1/2 cups water
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 white onions, diced
1/2 lb ground pork
1/2 lb ground beef
1 egg
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 zucchini, diced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
2 ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced
6 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
1 fresh mint sprig, stemmed and chopped
2 limes, juice of
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons water
1/2 teaspoon salt

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.

ALBONDIGAS SOUP, ITALIAN STYLE



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This recipe multiplies up very easily, and sometimes I use the beef broth that doesn't need to be diluted. Just make sure to keep the liquid in a roughly 50% tomato soup 50% beef broth proportion. We usually have King's Hawaiian Bread with this. I prefer sweet sausage but you could use hot or make the meatballs from hamburger, etc. The type of meat you use will change the flavor of the soup.

Provided by Dawn in So Cal

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb Italian sausage
1 can tomato soup
1 can beef broth
1 can kidney bean
1/2 bag any frozen vegetables (or more)

Steps:

  • Form sausage into meatballs and brown.
  • Pour off grease, add soups and 2 cansfull of water, beans (undrained) and veggies.
  • Simmer until done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543, Fat 32.9, SaturatedFat 11.2, Cholesterol 65.4, Sodium 2781.6, Carbohydrate 32.3, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 10.9, Protein 30.3

HOMEMADE ALBONDIGAS SOUP



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This soup reminds me of when I was young, staying home from school. My grandmother would make this for me. It is so good and flavorful. It is great for a cold rainy day, or any day you feel like it. You can substitute any of the veggies for ones you like better. My grandmother would also make Mexican rice and scoop some into my bowl to make it even better!

Provided by Melissa Washington

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

Time 1h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
1 bunch cilantro, finely chopped
1 small onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 pinch garlic salt
1 pinch onion powder
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
4 large carrots, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
3 stalks celery, cut into 1 inch pieces
3 potatoes, cubed

Steps:

  • Place the ground beef, 1/2 of the cilantro, 1/2 of the chopped onion, the garlic, garlic salt, and onion powder in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, and mix gently until combined. Form the meat mixture into golf ball-sized meatballs.
  • Spray a large skillet with nonstick spray, and brown the meatballs carefully over medium-high heat; remove the meatballs and set aside (the meatballs do not need to be fully cooked; they will finish cooking in the soup). Cook and stir the remaining onion in the same skillet over medium-low heat until translucent, about 10 minutes.
  • Pour the chicken broth into a large pot, and stir in the onion; add the carrots, celery, and potatoes. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are nearly tender, about 15 minutes. Add the meatballs and the remaining cilantro; simmer for 30 minutes. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 calories, Carbohydrate 26 g, Cholesterol 46.4 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 15.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 159.4 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

ALBONDIGAS SOUP



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef     Garlic     Tomato     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
4 large garlic cloves, minced
1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
1 28-ounce can plum tomatoes
1 14 1/2-ounce can beef broth
1 pound lean ground beef
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
Chopped fresh cilantro
Sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and three garlic clover and sauté until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in 1 tablespoon chili powder and cook 1 minute longer. Add tomatoes with their juices and beef broth. Cover and simmer 5 minutes. Puree mixture in blender or processor in batches; return to saucepan.
  • Season beef with salt and pepper. Mix in remaining garlic clove, 1/2 tablespoon chili powder and oregano. Form beef into 1-inch meatballs. Return soup to gentle simmer. Add meatballs to soup and simmer until meatballs are just cooked through, about 5 minutes. Ladle soup into bowls. Garnish soup with chopped fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream if desired.

ALBONDIGAS SOUP III



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Although I've had many types of Albondigas soup, I've never come across a soup like this. This comes from my Grandmother from Michoacan, Mexico. It's easy to make, and my 10 year old enjoys making the meatballs!

Provided by OFTHEMOON1

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

Time 1h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 quarts water
1 pound ground beef
½ cup uncooked white rice
1 egg
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons garlic salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
½ cup all-purpose flour
3 potatoes, peeled and cubed
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Pour the water into a large pot over high heat and bring to a boil.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the ground beef, rice, egg, oregano, garlic salt, ground black pepper and cumin. Mix well and form into 1 inch meatballs.
  • Roll the meatballs in the flour, coating well, and carefully drop them in the boiling water. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring frequently, and making sure soup does not get too thick.
  • Add more water, if necessary, and add the potatoes to the soup. Simmer for 1 more hour, or until potatoes are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.7 calories, Carbohydrate 33.2 g, Cholesterol 36.6 mg, Fat 7 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 498.2 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

ALBONDIGAS



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My Grandmother Trinidad loved making this albondigas recipe. We like to serve it over tostadas sprinkled with raw cabbage. -Wanda Knutson, Waco, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 10 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 large onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1-1/2 cups tomato sauce
8 cups beef broth
1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1/3 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon saffron threads or 1/2 teaspoon ground turmeric
10 saltines, crushed
Optional: Tostadas, shredded cabbage and cilantro

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook onion, garlic and ½ cup tomato sauce with olive oil until onion is tender. Add broth and ½ cup tomato sauce; bring to a simmer., Meanwhile, in a large bowl, mix ground beef, rice, egg, salt, pepper, milk, cumin, saffron, crushed crackers and remaining ½ cup tomato sauce until combined. With wet hands, form into 1-in. balls. Gently add meatballs to simmering broth; cook, stirring occasionally, 20-25 minutes. If desired, serve with tostadas and cabbage and garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 1998mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

ALBONDIGAS (MEXICAN MEATBALL SOUP) RECIPE BY TASTY



Albondigas (Mexican Meatball Soup) Recipe by Tasty image

Albondigas is a traditional Mexican soup of beef and turkey meatballs simmered in a fragrant tomato and chicken broth. Filled with vegetables and spices, it's hearty and delicious. Don't forget the toppings! Sliced avocado, shaved radishes, cilantro, crumbled queso fresco, and serrano peppers add even more flavor and texture.

Provided by Aleya Zenieris

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 30

1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground turkey
½ cup long grain rice
1 large egg
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
½ teaspoon Mccormick® ground cumin
¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 cup white onion, medium, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon oregano, (preferably Mexican oregano)
½ teaspoon Mccormick® ground cumin
1 dried ancho chile
2 large carrots
2 stalks celery, chopped in 1/2 in(1.24 cm)
¼ lb red potato, chopped into ½-inch (1.24 cm) pieces
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, plus more to taste
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
2 cans diced tomato
4 cups unsalted chicken stock
lime juice, to taste
avocado, sliced
radish, thinly shaved
fresh cilantro, chopped
queso fresco, crumbled
serrano pepper, thinly sliced
Lime wedge
hot sauce

Steps:

  • Make the meatballs: In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground turkey, rice, egg, garlic, salt, pepper, cumin, and cilantro and gently mix together until well combined. Use an ice cream scoop or your hands to shape the meatballs into 1½-inch balls, about the size of a golf ball. You should have about 25 meatballs.
  • Heat a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the canola oil and warm for about 1 minute. Working in batches, add the meatballs in a single layer and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes total. Transfer to a baking sheet and repeat with the remaining meatballs.
  • Make the soup: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the onion to the pot, scraping up any browned bits on the bottom with a wooden spoon. Cook until the onion is soft and translucent, 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, 2-3 minutes. Add the cumin, oregano, and ancho chile and continue cooking for another minute, until fragrant.
  • Add the carrots, celery, potatoes, salt, pepper, tomatoes and their juices, and stock and stir to combine. Cover the pot and let the soup simmer for 30-35 minutes, until the vegetables have softened.
  • Add the meatballs and cook, covered, until cooked through, 15-20 minutes.
  • Season the soup with salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste.
  • Immediately ladle the soup into bowls, discarding the ancho chile. Top with avocado, radishes, cilantro, queso fresco, serrano peppers, and a generous squeeze of lime juice. Serve with hot sauce on the side.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 753 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 45 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 29 grams, Sugar 11 grams

Tips:

  • When making the meatballs, be sure to mix the ingredients thoroughly and chill them for at least 30 minutes before cooking. This will help them hold their shape and prevent them from falling apart in the soup.
  • If you don't have a blender or food processor, you can make the cilantro pesto by hand. Simply chop the cilantro, garlic, and almonds very finely and then stir them together with the olive oil, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice.
  • To make the soup ahead of time, cook the meatballs and the soup base according to the recipe instructions. Then, let the soup cool completely and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat the soup over medium heat until warmed through.

Conclusion:

Albondigas soup with cilantro pesto is a delicious and hearty soup that is perfect for a cold winter day. The meatballs are flavorful and moist, and the cilantro pesto adds a bright and refreshing flavor to the soup. If you're looking for a new and exciting soup recipe, this is the one for you.

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