How to Make Albóndigas (Meatballs) en Chipotle - A Step-by-Step Guide

Albóndigas en chipotle is a classic Mexican dish that combines tender and flavorful meatballs with a spicy and smoky chipotle sauce. This dish is a perfect representation of the rich and diverse flavors of Mexican cuisine, and it's a favorite among those who enjoy bold and spicy flavors.

The meatballs, or albóndigas, are made from a mixture of ground beef, rice, and spices, which are then shaped into small balls and cooked until they are tender and juicy. The chipotle sauce is made fr...

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Ingredients

  • 5 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 small onion
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tablespoon adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 3 cups chicken stock
  • 4 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 small onion
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
  • 5 sprigs fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 1 cup cooked rice

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Blend tomatoes, 1 onion, 1 clove garlic, and adobo sauce in a blender or food processor until smooth.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat; cook and stir tomato mixture in hot oil until fragrant, about 10 minutes. Stir in chicken stock and continue to cook for 10 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, blend tomatillos, eggs, 1 small onion, chipotle peppers, 2 cloves garlic, chicken bouillon, and cilantro in a blender or food processor until smooth. Transfer mixture to a large bowl and add beef, pork, and rice; stir to combine. Roll meat mixture into walnut-sized balls.
  • Transfer meatballs to tomato mixture; simmer until meatballs are no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
  • Nutrition

    344 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 119mg
    • Sodium: 507mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 14mg
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 552mg