MEXICAN TORTILLA MEATBALL SOUP

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I got this out of a Sara Moulton cookbook. I have made this several times especially in the winter when soup is my favorite way to warm up.

Provided by DebbiF

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon hot sauce
salt and pepper
2 medium onions, chopped (about 2 cups)
4 cloves garlic, minced
4 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 (4 ounce) cans green chilies, chopped
2 (15 ounce) cans Italian-style stewed tomatoes, chopped,reserving the juice
8 cups chicken stock
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon hot sauce, to taste
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken stock
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Meatballs: Combine the ground beef with the cilantro, garlic, lime juice, cumin, hot sauce and salt and pepper.
  • Form into 1-ounce balls.
  • Heat oil in skillet over moderate heat.
  • Cook until brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
  • Soup: In a large soup pot, heat 2 tablespoon vegetable oil.
  • Add onions and garlic and cook for 5 minutes over low heat until translucent.
  • Add chiles and cook 2 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and their juice, chicken stock, chili powder, cumin, and hot sauce.
  • Simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, combine flour and chicken stock.
  • Whisk into soup.
  • Bring back to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Add meat balls and simmer an additional 5 minutes.
  • Serve soup topped with sour cream, monterey jack cheese or fried tortilla strips.

Manoj Thapa
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I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The meatballs were so tender and juicy, and the broth was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Beesh
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This soup is delicious! The meatballs are tender and flavorful, and the broth is rich and savory. I love the combination of spices in this soup. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Jay Gab
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I have made this soup several times now, and it is always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love the combination of flavors in this soup. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


sandile ntutha
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This soup is amazing! The meatballs are so moist and flavorful, and the broth is so rich and savory. I love the combination of spices in this soup. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


AbdulWakeel Abdirahman
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I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The meatballs were so tender and juicy, and the broth was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


KING-XD.
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This soup is delicious! The meatballs are tender and flavorful, and the broth is rich and savory. I love the combination of spices in this soup. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Manuel
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I have made this soup several times now, and it is always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love the combination of flavors in this soup. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Johnnie Segeda
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This soup is amazing! The meatballs are so moist and flavorful, and the broth is so rich and savory. I love the combination of spices in this soup. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Michael Armentrout
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I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The meatballs were so tender and juicy, and the broth was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Khloe Cruz
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This soup is delicious! The meatballs are tender and flavorful, and the broth is rich and savory. I love the combination of spices in this soup. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


Ezema Charity
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I have made this soup several times now, and it is always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love the combination of flavors in this soup. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Khawaja Usama
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This soup is amazing! The meatballs are so moist and flavorful, and the broth is so rich and savory. I love the combination of spices in this soup. It's the perfect soup for a cold winter day.


reggie reynolds
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I made this soup for a potluck, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The meatballs were so tender and juicy, and the broth was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Md Mahid Hassan
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This soup is delicious! The meatballs are tender and flavorful, and the broth is rich and savory. I love the combination of spices in this soup. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


MD Siyam Ahmed
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I have made this soup several times now, and it is always a hit with my family and friends. It's so easy to make, and it always turns out perfectly. I love the combination of flavors in this soup. It's the perfect balance of spice and savory.


Md Masum Sarkar
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This soup is hearty and filling, and it's perfect for a cold winter day. The meatballs are so tender and juicy, and the broth is packed with flavor. I will definitely be making this soup again and again.


Clovis Ihediwa
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The flavors in this soup are amazing! The combination of the beef, tomatoes, and spices is perfect. I would highly recommend this soup to anyone who loves Mexican food.


Sam Flowers
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I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this soup was to make. It came together in about 30 minutes, and it was absolutely delicious. I will definitely be making this again.


kenzi ellithi
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This soup was a hit with my family! The meatballs were moist and flavorful, and the broth was rich and savory. I will definitely be making this again.


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