Albondigas Soup (Mexican Meatball Soup)

Albondigas Soup (Mexican Meatball Soup)Mexican dish with meatballs

Albondigas soup is a hearty and comforting Mexican soup made with flavorful, juicy meatballs in a delicious tomato-based broth. It’s also packed full of veggies for a balanced meal the entire family will enjoy.

Ingredients:

For the meatballs

1 lb (450 g) lean ground beef

1/4 cup (50 g) long-grain rice

1 medium egg

2 garlic cloves, grated or minced

3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (coriander)

2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves

1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

For the soup

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 medium onion, diced

1 medium carrot, diced or sliced

2-3 celery stalks, diced

2 garlic cloves, finely chopped

1 1/2 cup (250 g) potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

1 cup (150 g) green beans, sliced

1 1/2 cup (330 ml) tomato sauce (passata)

2 tablespoons fresh oregano, finely chopped

6 cups (1.5 litre) beef stock

A handful fresh cilantro (coriander), roughly chopped

Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions:

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