SOPA DE ALBONDIGAS (MEXICAN MEATBALL SOUP)
It's kind of funny for a gringa like me to say this is a favorite I grew up on, but it's true; my dad learned it from a Mexican friend way back, and it's been my favorite soup as long as I can remember. My dad always uses celery; I don't always have it around, it's fine to omit it. Feel free to adjust seasonings to taste. The tomatillos thicken this dish as well as adding flavor; I haven't seen them in any other recipe, but I consider them essential! Almost all measurements are approximate; I just judge by eye and throw stuff in! This soup is killer with homemade tortillas.
Provided by ketchupqueen
Categories Meat
Time 50m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- In a dutch oven or other soup pot with tight-fitting lid, saute onion, garlic, celery (optional), and cumin seed in hot oil until onions begin to look clear.
- Add broth, tomatoes (with juice), water, tomatillos, and cilantro.
- Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce to a simmer and add carrots and rice.
- Make meatballs: Begin by mixing breadcrumbs, cumin, oregano, and garlic powder.
- Knead in ground beef until thoroughly mixed.
- Add egg and knead in.
- (If needed, add additional breadcrumbs; texture at this point should be slightly firmer than ground beef with nothing added.) Form into small (about 1/2-inch) meatballs.
- Bring broth back to a boil.
- Add meatballs to hot broth.
- Reduce to a simmer and cook for about 30 minutes.
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Travon Reed
[email protected]This soup is a must-try for anyone who loves Mexican food.
Oluwatoyin Kazeem
[email protected]I'm not a fan of meatballs, but I loved this soup. The broth is so flavorful and comforting.
Mody Tahon
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken. I also like to add some chopped spinach or kale to the broth.
Aakash Kushwaha
[email protected]This soup is very time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavors are amazing.
Monjur Ahmed
[email protected]I'm not a fan of cilantro, so I omitted it from the recipe. The soup was still very flavorful.
Isiah Musau
[email protected]This soup is a little bland for my taste. I added some extra spices, and it was much better.
Arman Iqbal
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my meatballs turned out a little dry. I think I might have overcooked them. Other than that, the soup was delicious.
Gull Bahar
[email protected]This soup is a great way to use up leftover rice or pasta. I also like to add some chopped vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and onions, to the broth. It's a hearty and delicious soup that's perfect for a quick and easy meal.
Md Tajudin Shekh
[email protected]I've made this soup several times now, and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The meatballs are always moist and flavorful, and the broth is rich and flavorful. I usually serve it with some rice or pasta, and it's always a hit.
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[email protected]This soup is easy to make and absolutely delicious. The meatballs are light and fluffy, and the broth is flavorful and comforting. I served it with some crusty bread, and it was the perfect meal for a cold winter night.
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[email protected]I made this soup last night and it was a hit! The meatballs were so moist and flavorful, and the broth was delicious. I'm not usually a fan of meatball soup, but this one is definitely a keeper.
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[email protected]This soup is a flavor explosion! The meatballs are tender and juicy, and the broth is rich and flavorful. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. My family loved it, and we'll definitely be making it again.