Albondigas In Savory Tomato Sauce Recipe
Make Albondigas In Savory Tomato Sauce Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Albondigas
Method
Preparation
- 1
Make the Albondigas
In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, chopped onion, parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Form the mixture into small balls, about the size of a golf ball.
- 2
Brown the Albondigas
In a large skillet over medium heat, add a bit of oil and brown the albondigas on all sides. Remove them from the skillet and set aside.
- 3
Prepare the Sauce
In the same skillet, add canned tomatoes, additional minced garlic, salt, pepper, and any desired spices (like cumin or chili powder). Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- 4
Combine and Cook
Return the albondigas to the skillet with the sauce, cover, and let them simmer in the sauce for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

