Meatballs Mole Recipe

Name: Meatballs Mole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 egg, slightly beaten; 3/4 cup corn chips, crushed; 1/2 cup milk; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 1/2 tablespoons flour; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 cups onions, sliced; 1 garlic clove, crushed; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 (19 ounce) can tomatoes, undrained; 1 unsweetened chocolate square; 3 cups white rice, cooked

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
1 egg, slightly beaten
3/4 cup corn chips, crushed
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons salt
2 1/2 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons butter
2 cups onions, sliced
1 garlic clove, crushed
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (19 ounce) can tomatoes, undrained
1 unsweetened chocolate square
3 cups white rice, cooked

1
Combine beef, egg, corn chips, milk and 1 teaspoon salt in large bowl. Cover and chill 1 hour.
2
Shape into 15 meatballs, using 2 tablespoons meat mixture for each.
3
Place flour in small shallow bowl or plate and roll meatballs in it lightly, coating completely.
4
In large, heavy skillet, melt butter. In batches, saute meatballs in butter until nicely browned all over. When browned, remove meatballs.
5
In the same skillet, saute onion and garlic, stirring occasionaly, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
6
In a small bowl, combine sugar, chili powder, cumin, coriander, oregano, and remaining salt and flour.Stir into skillet along with tomatoes, chocolate, and 1 cup water, mixing well. Bring to boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat; cover pan and simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7
Add meatballs to skillet; cover and simmer 20 more minutes.
8
Uncover and simmer 10 more minutes.
9
Spoon meatballs and sauce into warm serving dish.
10
Serve over hot rice.

1228

kcal

Calories

Fat

171

Carbs

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 1 egg, slightly beaten, 3/4 cup corn chips, crushed, 1/2 cup milk, and more.

Yes, Meatballs Mole 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.

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Meatballs Mole

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