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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Jamon Tomato Sauce
Method
Meatballs Preparation
- 1
Mix Meatball Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, minced garlic, chopped onion, parsley, cumin powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, egg, and breadcrumbs. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Shape Meatballs
Using your hands, shape the mixture into small meatballs, roughly 1 inch in diameter. Place the meatballs on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
Cooking Meatballs
- 3
Bake Meatballs
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
Jamon Tomato Sauce Preparation
- 4
Sauté Aromatics
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
- 5
Add Tomatoes and Jamon
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, diced jamon, bay leaves, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 6
Finish with Basil
Once the sauce has thickened, remove from heat and stir in the chopped basil.
Combine and Serve
- 7
Combine Meatballs and Sauce
Once the meatballs are baked, add them to the sauce in the skillet. Let them simmer in the sauce for an additional 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- 8
Serve
Serve the albondigas warm, garnished with additional fresh parsley or basil if desired.
