MAMA'S OLD-FASHIONED ALBONDIGAS (MEATBALL SOUP)

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This is my number-one soup recipe, perfect for a cold rainy day, handed down to me by my mother. I hope you all enjoy it as much as my family has.

Provided by SpiceUpYourLife

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

Time 1h25m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 gallon water
3 cups tomato sauce
1 yellow onion, quartered
4 tablespoons chicken bouillon (such as Knorr®)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon dried oregano
3 pounds lean ground beef
3 eggs
½ cup tomato sauce
¼ cup uncooked white rice
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon seasoned salt (such as Season-All®)
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
10 small baby potatoes
5 large carrots, sliced diagonally
5 stalks celery, sliced diagonally
2 zucchini, chopped
2 cups thickly shredded green cabbage
1 lemon, sliced into wedges
2 avocados, chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Pour water into a large stockpot over high heat. Stir in 3 cups tomato sauce, yellow onion, chicken bouillon, garlic, and 1 tablespoon dried oregano. Bring broth to a slow boil.
  • Combine ground beef, eggs, 1/2 cup tomato sauce, white rice, 1/4 cup cilantro, seasoned salt, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and cumin in a large bowl. Squeeze mixture with your hands until thoroughly mixed.
  • Scoop 1/4 cup of beef mixture and form in a ball. Lower gently into boiling broth. Repeat with remaining beef mixture.
  • Stir potatoes, carrots, and celery into the broth. Cover and simmer until meatballs and potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes. Stir in zucchini and cabbage. Cover and simmer until cabbage is tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice and garnish with avocado and 1/4 cup cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 127.8 mg, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 1125.3 mg, Sugar 7.2 g

jhon jony
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This soup was too bland for my taste. I would recommend using more spice next time.


Titi Sisay
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This soup was too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less spice next time.


the GOAT
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The broth was too watery for my taste. I would recommend reducing it next time.


Ishtiaque Arain
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The broth was too greasy for my taste. I would recommend skimming the fat off the top next time.


Oppong Ofori
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The meatballs were too soft for my taste. I would recommend cooking them for less time next time.


Mano Bhai
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The meatballs were too dry for my taste. I would recommend adding more moisture next time.


Dianne Sutherland
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This soup was too thin for my taste. I would recommend adding less broth next time.


Damian Hughes
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This soup was too thick for my taste. I would recommend adding more broth next time.


Matimba Isaac
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This soup was too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt next time.


Selladore Pathmanadan
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This soup was a bit bland for my taste. I added some extra spices and it was much better.


Tassania Samuels
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This soup is a must-try! The meatballs are so flavorful and the broth is so rich and savory. I highly recommend it.


Melanie Solares
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit! The meatballs are so flavorful and the broth is so rich and savory. I always get compliments on it.


Khan lalal
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This soup is so easy to make and so delicious! I love that I can make it ahead of time and freeze it for later. It's the perfect meal for a busy weeknight.


Princess Amirah
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This soup is a family favorite! The meatballs are always a hit, and the broth is so flavorful. I always make a big batch and freeze the leftovers for later.


Blue Jay
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I love this soup! The meatballs are so flavorful and the broth is so rich and savory. I always make a big batch and freeze the leftovers for later.


Leilani Halavatau
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This soup was easy to make and so delicious! The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the broth was rich and savory. I will definitely be making this again.


Kenneth Simmons
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I made this soup for my family and they loved it! The meatballs were a hit, and the broth was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Elijah Bennett
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This soup was absolutely delicious! The meatballs were so flavorful and the broth was rich and savory. I will definitely be making this again.