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# **Sopa de Albóndigas: Traditional Mexican Comfort Food**
There’s nothing quite like a comforting bowl of **Sopa de Albóndigas** to warm your soul. This traditional Mexican dish combines **savory meatballs** with a rich and flavorful broth, creating a meal that’s perfect for any occasion—whether you’re gathering around the table with family or looking for something that brings a sense of home and nostalgia.
**Sopa de Albóndigas** is more than just a soup; it’s a celebration of flavors, with tender meatballs made from a mix of ground beef (or pork) and rice, seasoned to perfection. The broth is light yet deeply flavorful, thanks to the combination of fresh herbs and vegetables that simmer together. Together, they create a heartwarming dish that’s as satisfying as it is delicious.
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## **Why You’ll Love Sopa de Albóndigas**
**Rich in Flavor:** The combination of tender meatballs and savory broth will make your taste buds sing with joy.
**Comforting & Hearty:** This dish is a classic example of Mexican comfort food, offering warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
**Simple Ingredients:** Despite its bold flavors, Sopa de Albóndigas uses everyday ingredients that you may already have in your pantry.
**Customizable:** You can make the soup as spicy or mild as you like, and easily adapt the recipe for various dietary preferences.
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## **Ingredients:**
### For the Meatballs (Albóndigas):
– 1 lb **ground beef** (or a mix of beef and pork)
– 1/2 cup **uncooked rice** (short-grain or medium-grain works best)
– 1 **egg**
– 1 small **onion**, finely chopped
– 2 cloves **garlic**, minced
– 1/2 cup **fresh cilantro**, chopped
– 1 tsp **ground cumin**
– 1 tsp **dried oregano**
– **Salt** and **pepper**, to taste
For the Broth:
– 6 cups **beef or chicken broth**
– 2 medium **tomatoes**, chopped
– 2 medium **carrots**, peeled and sliced
– 2 medium **potatoes**, peeled and diced
– 1 stalk **celery**, chopped
– 1 small **onion**, quartered
– 2 cloves **garlic**, smashed
– 1 bay leaf
– 1-2 **dried chilies** (optional, for extra spice)
– **Salt** and **pepper**, to taste
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