Spicy Mexican Meatballs Recipes

AUTHENTIC MEXICAN MEATBALLS (ALBONDIGAS MEXICANAS)

Steps:

• Start by adding the 1/2 cup of white rice to a pan with 1/2 cup of water and let boil for 10 minutes to partially cook the rice. Let cool and set aside.
• Add all of the meatball ingredients, including the rice, in a large bowl and mix well.
• Once combined, form balls that are approximately 1 inch in diameter, and place on a baking sheet.
• Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for about 15 minutes or until sufficiently browned on the outside.
• Separately, blend the ingredients for the salsa in a blender, and then saute the salsa with 1 tsp of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the potatoes and let boil for approximately 5 minutes.
• Add the celery and the cooked meatballs.
• Add additional salt and pepper to taste and let simmer for approximately 20 minutes longer until the meatballs and potatoes are completely cooked through.
• Accompany with rice, beans, and tortillas.

SPICY MEATBALLS

Steps:

• Heat oven to 180C/fan 160C/gas 4.
• Put the mince into the mixing bowl. Add the onions, garlic, curry powder, cumin, garam masala, paprika or cayenne pepper and coriander, then mix well. By adding these spices, you'll get a delicious flavour without having to add any salt.
• Add the beaten egg and breadcrumbs, then mix again.
• Divide the meat mixture into 15-18 evensized pieces and shape into balls (they should be about the size of a walnut). Always wash your hands thoroughly after handling raw meat so you don't transfer any germs that may be on the meat to other food or equipment.
• Heat the oil in the frying pan over a medium heat and add the meatballs using a spoon. Cook them for 5 mins, turning until golden brown. Remove from the pan and place them on to the tray. Bake in the oven for 15-20 mins.
• Remove from the oven. Remember to use oven gloves! Allow to cool slightly and serve with a fresh, crisp green salad, some pitta bread and tomato salsa.

SLOW COOKER MEATBALLS IN SPICY MEXICAN CHEESE SAUCE

Steps:

• Heat the oven to 350 F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
• Mix the ground beef and meatloaf seasoning with the egg, 1/3 cup of milk, and bread crumbs. Shape into meatballs and arrange on the prepared baking pan. Bake for 15 minutes, until the meatballs browned.
• Put the cheese, taco seasoning, peppers, and 1/2 cup of water in the slow cooker. Cover and cook on LOW, frequently stirring until melted. Thin the sauce with more water, as desired.
• Drain the meatballs on paper towels and then add to the cheese sauce. Cover and cook on LOW 2 to 3 hours. Serve the meatballs hot from the slow cooker.

SPICY MEXICAN MEATBALLS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray an 18-by-13" jelly roll pan with nonstick spray coating. Mix together beef, turkey, egg whites, crushed chips, onion, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, jalapenos and 1/3 cup enchilada sauce in a large mixing bowl. Blend well and then shape into 1 1/2" meatballs. Place meatballs on prepared jelly roll pan. Bake 10 to 12 minutes. Carefully remove meatballs and place in a decorative heat-proof serving dish (about 11X8"). Drizzle with remaining enchilada sauce and bake an additional 5 - 10 min. or until meatballs are done and cooked to 165 degrees. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.

SMOKY MEXICAN MEATBALL STEW

Steps:

• Heat 1 tbsp of the oil in a large frying pan. Cook the onion for 8-10 mins until soft, then remove from the pan.
• Meanwhile, place the mince, breadcrumbs, spices and chipotle paste in a bowl, season generously and mix thoroughly. Roll mixture into 20 walnut-sized meatballs. Add the remaining oil to the pan and fry the meatballs for about 8 mins until brown all over.
• Meanwhile, cook the rice following pack instructions. Return the onion to the pan, adding the tomatoes, as well as a can full of water. Simmer for 5 mins, then add the kidney beans and cook for a further 10 mins, until the sauce has thickened and the meatballs are cooked through. Season the meatballs, scatter with coriander and serve with the rice.

MEXICAN MEATBALLS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, using your hands, mix together the ground beef and pork, eggs, bread crumbs, 1 t. salt, pepper, 2 cloves of minced garlic, and water. Form into 1 inch meatballs and set aside on a piece of waxed paper.
• Pour the diced tomatoes into the container of a blender along with the chipotle chilies. Blend until smooth, and set aside.
• Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add the onion; cook and stir until tender. Stir in the remaining garlic and cumin, and cook for a few minutes to release the aromas. Pour in the tomato mixture and chicken broth. Season with the remaining teaspoon salt, and mix well. Bring to a boil, then simmer over low heat while you brown the meatballs.
• Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Spray with cooking spray. Add meatballs, but do not crowd them. Fry them in 2 batches if necessary. Cook, stirring occasionally until browned on the outside. Remove from the skillet, and place into the pot of simmering sauce. Let the meatballs simmer in the sauce for about 30 minutes. Longer will not hurt them.
• For special occasions, serve the meatballs and sauce in a chafing dish. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

TEX-MEX SPICY MEATBALLS

Steps:

• Heat oven to 350 degrees; line baking sheet with nonstick aluminum foil.
• In small bowl, combine bread crumbs and milk.
• Let stand until bread crumbs absorb the milk.
• In large bowl, combine ground beef, bread crumb mixture, eggs, dried minced onion, cumin, oregano, garlic salt and cayenne pepper.
• Mix with clean hands until combined.
• Form into 30 meatballs, each about 1 inch in diameter; place on prepared baking sheet.
• Bake meatballs at 350 degree for 20 minutes.
• In large skillet, mix together broth and chili sauce.
• Add meatballs and simmer, covered, over medium heat for 10 minutes.
• Stir occasionally.
• Remove cover; cook 5 minutes longer.
• Makes 30 meatballs.
• Make Ahead: Can be made ahead, cooked, covered and refrigerated for 1-2 days; reheat before serving.
• To transport, place in an insulated container.
• Serve within 2 hours (within 1 hour if outside temperature is above 90 degrees).