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Authentic Hearty Albondigas Soup (Traditional Mexican Meatball Soup)

A close-up of a rich bowl of albondigas soup featuring browned meatballs, rice, zucchini, carrots, and fresh parsley garnish.
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Make this warm and hearty Mexican Meatball Soup, full of juicy homemade meatballs, fresh vegetables, and savory broth. This comforting dish uses authentic Mexican flavors and is perfect for family dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef or pork
  • 1/4 cup uncooked white rice
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 6 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup chopped carrots
  • 1 cup chopped zucchini
  • 1 cup diced potato
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine the ground meat, rice, onion, egg, mint, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Mix gently with your hands until just combined; do not overmix.
  2. Form the meat mixture into small, uniform meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter. You should have about 20 to 24 meatballs.
  3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the carrots, zucchini, and potato. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and add the diced tomatoes and oregano. Bring the mixture to a boil.
  5. Gently drop the meatballs into the boiling broth one at a time. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the rice is tender.
  6. Taste the broth and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  7. Ladle the Albondigas Soup into bowls. Garnish each serving with fresh cilantro before you serve it.

Notes

  • For the most authentic flavor, use fresh mint in the meatballs.
  • If you prefer a richer broth, you can substitute half the chicken broth with water and add one chicken bouillon cube.
  • You can prepare the meatballs a day ahead and store them covered in the refrigerator.

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