Albondigas Recipe

Name: Albondigas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (or turkey); 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice; 3 carrots (peeled and chopped); 3 small zuchinis (chopped); 1/2 onion sliced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 onion powder; 1 garlic powder; 1 kosher salt; 1 ground pepper; 6 cup chicken broth; 1 tbsp oregano

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
1 cup uncooked long grain white rice
3 carrots (peeled and chopped)
3 small zuchinis (chopped)
1/2 onion sliced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 onion powder
1 garlic powder
1 kosher salt
1 ground pepper
6 cup chicken broth
1 tbsp oregano

1
In bowl, mix ground beef, rice, salt, pepper, cumin, garlic powder and onion powder.
2
Form into golf size balls and place on tray.
3
Once done refrigerate for at least 10 minutes.
4
This will help the meatballs stay intact when cooking.
5
In pot, place chicken broth, carrots, zucchini, and oregano.
6
Bring to boil over high heat.
7
Cook until vegetables are tender.
8
15-20 minutes.
9
Add meatballs and cook over medium heat for an additional 30-45 minutes.
10
Serve with warmed corn tortillas.

1154

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

138

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef (or turkey), 1 cup uncooked long grain white rice, 3 carrots (peeled and chopped), 3 small zuchinis (chopped), and more.

Yes, Albondigas falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Albondigas

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