Albondigas Estilo Mama Meatballs Like Mama Makes

Name: Albondigas Estilo Mama Meatballs Like Mama Makes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup masa harina mixed with 1/4 cup warm water; 1 pound ground beef; 1 garlic clove, minced; 4 tablespoons lard or vegetable oil; 3 garlic cloves; 1 tablespoons flour; 2 quarts fresh homemade beef or chicken stock; 1/4 cup chopped scallions, both the white and the green parts; 1 large tomato, roasted, peeled and chopped (If you are unable to find truly ripe tomatoes, add 4; tablespoons canned tomato sauce.); 2 Anaheim or California long green chiles or jalapenos, roasted, peeled, and chopped; 3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro, leaves only; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, leaves only

Servings: persons

1/4 cup masa harina mixed with 1/4 cup warm water
1 pound ground beef
1 garlic clove, minced
4 tablespoons lard or vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves
1 tablespoons flour
2 quarts fresh homemade beef or chicken stock
1/4 cup chopped scallions, both the white and the green parts
1 large tomato, roasted, peeled and chopped (If you are unable to find truly ripe tomatoes, add 4
tablespoons canned tomato sauce.)
2 Anaheim or California long green chiles or jalapenos, roasted, peeled, and chopped
3 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro, leaves only
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint, leaves only

1
Combine masa harina with warm water.
2
Mix ground meat with prepared masa, salt, pepper, garlic.
3
Make meatballs about 1-inch round, about the size of a walnut.
4
Set aside.
5
In medium saute pan heat 2 tablespoons lard or oil over medium heat.
6
Add 1 whole garlic clove.
7
Let cook for 20 seconds, press with back of a cooking spoon to release the flavor.
8
Remove the garlic.
9
Set aside.
10
Brown the flour in the lard until dark golden color, about 1 minute.
11
Heat stock in soup pot or large Dutch oven until warm and add flour mixture.
12
Bring to a boil and lower heat to simmer stock for 5 minutes.
13
Taste and correct seasoning.
14
Heat remaining 2 tablespoons lard or vegetable oil in large frying pan, add chopped scallion, tomato, chiles and the reserved 2 garlic cloves, minced, stir well to combine.
15
Cook for 2 minutes and add to stock.
16
Add cilantro and mint and simmer for another 5 minutes.
17
Add the meatballs to the stock and simmer over low fire for 15 minutes or until done.

673

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Protein

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/4 cup masa harina mixed with 1/4 cup warm water, 1 pound ground beef, 1 garlic clove, minced, 4 tablespoons lard or vegetable oil, and more.

Yes, Albondigas Estilo Mama Meatballs Like Mama Makes falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!