Chorizo Albondigas Recipe
Mexican chorizo meatballs, rojo sauce, aged cotija cheese, lime, crema.
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Ingredients
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Meatballs
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Meatball Mixture
In a large bowl, combine Mexican chorizo, ground beef, breadcrumbs, minced garlic, egg, chopped cilantro, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- 2
Form the Meatballs
Using your hands, form the mixture into 1-inch meatballs and place them on a baking sheet.
- 3
Bake the Meatballs
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes or until fully cooked.
- 4
Prepare the Rojo Sauce
In a saucepan, combine your favorite rojo sauce and bring to a simmer. Add the cooked meatballs to the sauce and let them simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- 5
Serve
Serve the meatballs topped with aged cotija cheese, a squeeze of lime, and a drizzle of crema.
