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A Match Made in Heaven — Albondigas with a Twist


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  • Author: Simone Van Den Berg
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Diet: Omnivore

Description

Hearty meatballs with a kick! Spicy chorizo adds depth to this flavorful tomato-based stew.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1 cups (237 ml) ground meat
  • 2 oz (57 g) chorizo
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground coriander
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 egg
  • Pinch of ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground chili
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • handful of parsley, chopped
  • 1 oz (28 g) almond flour
  • 1 can (14 oz (400 g)) tomato pieces
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • 1 onion, chopped in rings
  • 1 tsp ground chili
  • pinch of salt
  • pinch of pepper

Instructions

  1. Put the meat in a bowl.
  2. Bake the chorizo until the fat renders and it becomes crispy.
  3. Drain the chorizo on kitchen paper and blend it into smaller bits using a food processor.
  4. Add the chorizo to the meat bowl.
  5. Add smoked paprika, garlic, ginger, chili, coriander, parsley, and egg to the bowl; mix well.
  6. If the mixture is too wet, add almond flour or breadcrumbs.
  7. Heat coconut oil in a pan and brown the meatballs.
  8. Chop the garlic and onion.
  9. Heat a larger pan and gently cook the onion and garlic until soft.
  10. Add the browned meatballs to the pan with the onion and garlic.
  11. Add a can of tomatoes, ground chili, salt, and pepper.
  12. Simmer for about ten minutes, or until the meat is cooked.
  13. Check for seasoning and adjust salt and pepper as needed.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, use a blend of chorizo (half Spanish, half Mexican).
  • To reduce the spice level, omit the chili powder or use a milder chili flake.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or in the microwave.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Braising
  • Cuisine: Spanish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5
  • Sodium: 600
  • Fat: 25
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12
  • Carbohydrates: 30
  • Fiber: 5
  • Protein: 35
  • Cholesterol: 100