Botana De Albondigas (Appetizer Meatballs) Recipe

Name: Botana De Albondigas (Appetizer Meatballs)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef; 1/2 small white onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup breadcrumbs; 1 large egg, beaten; 1 tablespoon finely chopped of fresh mint; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup prepared canned tomato sauce; fresh salsa; 4 cups canned beef broth, diluted with 1/2 cup water

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1/2 small white onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon finely chopped of fresh mint
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, to taste
1/4 cup prepared canned tomato sauce
fresh salsa
4 cups canned beef broth, diluted with 1/2 cup water

1
In a large bowl, mix all of the ingredients together except the tomato sauce, salsa, and broth.
2
With clean hands work mixture together.
3
Add just enough tomato sauce to hold mixture together, making it moist but firm.
4
Form into small meatballs, 1 1/2 inch in diameter.
5
In a saucepan, bring the broth to a boil.
6
Decrease heat to med-low and add the meatballs.
7
Simmer about 25 minutes to completely cook the meatballs.
8
Remove the meatballs to a serving dish.
9
Place a bowl of fresh salsa on the side; serve with toothpicks.

513

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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

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, 1/2 small white onion, finely chopped, 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, beaten, and more.

Yes, Botana De Albondigas (Appetizer Meatballs) 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!

Botana De Albondigas (Appetizer Meatballs)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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