Delicious Albondigas De Carne Recipe

Introduction

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 cup cooked rice
• 1/2 cup chopped onions
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 egg
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/4 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup chopped carrots
• 1/2 cup chopped celery
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1/2 cup cooked white rice (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, cooked rice, onions, garlic, cilantro, egg, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and salt.
2. Form the mixture into small balls, about 1-2 inches in diameter.
3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
4. Add the carrots and celery and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. Add the diced tomatoes and chicken broth and bring to a boil.
6. Reduce the heat to low and carefully add the meatballs to the pot.
7. Cover the pot and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
8. Add the parsley and mint and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
9. Remove from heat and serve hot. Optional: Serve with cooked white rice.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 meatball
• Calories: 50
• Total Fat: 3g
• Saturated Fat: 1g
• Cholesterol: 15mg
• Sodium: 150mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 3g
• Dietary Fiber: 1g
• Sugars: 1g
• Protein: 3g

Conclusion