Ingredients

  • Meatballs (Albondigas)
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 2 shredded carrots
  • 1 cup finely shredded greencabbage (Napa or Savoy)
  • 3 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1/2 tablespoon chipotle powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground oregano
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups finely chopped onion
  • Tomato broth
  • 6 cups tomato sauce
  • 12 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon granules
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, smashed
  • 2 cups cooked white rice

Method

  • For the meatballs: Combine everything in a large bowl. Roll albondigas about 1 1/4 inches in diameter. Place on baking sheet and store in refrigerator.
  • For soup: Bring tomato sauce, water, bouillon and garlic to a boil. Add meatballs one at a time. Lower heat and simmer for about one hour.
  • Add rice and continue to simmer until heated through.
  • Place four meatballs in each bowl and then soup. Serve with warm corn tortillas and a cabbage and carrot salad.