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Authentic Mexican Albondigas (Mexican Meatball Soup)
This traditional Mexican meatball soup, or “Albondigas,” is a comforting, hearty dish made with juicy meatballs, fresh vegetables, and aromatic herbs. It’s a family favorite that’s perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
For the Meatballs
2 tbsp long grain rice
6 oz ground pork
6 oz ground beef
1 large egg
3 mint leaves
1/2 tsp Mexican oregano
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1/2 medium white onion
2 garlic cloves
1/2 cup ground chicharron (fried pork rinds)
For the Broth
1/2 lb tomatoes, roughly chopped
1/2 medium white onion, roughly chopped
2 garlic cloves
1 tbsp vegetable oil
7 cups chicken broth (or beef broth, if preferred)
1/2 tsp kosher salt
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