Albondigas Soup

Ingredients

For the Meatballs:

•1 lb ground beef or ground turkey

•1/4 cup uncooked white rice

•1 egg

•1/4 cup finely chopped onion

•2 garlic cloves, minced

•2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (or parsley)

•1 tsp ground cumin

•1/2 tsp salt

•1/4 tsp black pepper

For the Soup:

•1 tbsp olive oil

•1 small onion, finely chopped

•2 garlic cloves, minced

•4 cups chicken broth (or beef broth)

•2 cups water

•1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juices)

•2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced

•1/2 tsp ground cumin

•1/2 tsp dried oregano

•1/4 tsp smoked paprika (optional)

•Salt and pepper to taste

•Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Directions

Ground beef with a little pork if you have some. Diced tomatoes, diced onions, cilantro, hand full of rice. Salt and garlic salt Italian seasoning. Start your water to boiling. Mix all ingredients until well mixed. Make the meatballs and drop into boiling water. Add diced celery to the soup. Pour spicy v8 juice little can into water. Let boil about 20 min then lower to med heat..cook for another 1/2 hr till fully cooked.

1.Make the Meatballs:

In a large bowl, combine all the meatball ingredients. Mix well but don’t overwork the meat. Form small meatballs, about 1 inch in diameter, and set aside.

2.Sauté the Aromatics:

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

3.Build the Soup Base:

Add the chicken broth, water, diced tomatoes, cumin, oregano, and smoked paprika. Bring to a gentle boil.

4.Cook the Vegetables:

Add the carrots and potatoes to the pot. Reduce heat to medium-low and let simmer for 10 minutes.

5.Add the Meatballs:

Carefully drop the meatballs into the soup. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, until the meatballs are cooked through and the rice inside is tender.

6.Season and Serve:

Taste the soup and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Enjoy your hearty and flavorful Albondigas Soup!