Albondigas Con Salsa De Tomate Spanish Style Meatballs

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Spain with **Albondigas Con Salsa De Tomate**, a flavorful dish of Spanish-style meatballs simmered in a rich, aromatic tomato sauce. This comforting recipe combines a succulent blend of ground beef and pork seasoned with garlic, parsley, and a touch of sweet paprika, creating tender meatballs full of classic Mediterranean flair. Gently browned to perfection, the meatballs are bathed in a velvety sauce made from crushed tomatoes, onions, and hearty stock, infused with the warmth of a bay leaf. Perfect for serving with crusty bread, steaming rice, or even atop creamy mashed potatoes, this dish is a celebration of bold yet simple Spanish flavors. With just 20 minutes of prep and a total cook time of under an hour, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite for weeknights or cozy gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams Ground beef
• 250 grams Ground pork
• 1 large Egg
• 50 grams Breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 2 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
• 250 milliliters Chicken or beef stock
• 1 teaspoon Sweet paprika
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 Bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, egg, breadcrumbs, parsley, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.

Step 2

Shape the mixture into small meatballs, about the size of a walnut (around 20-25 meatballs). Set them aside on a plate.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the meatballs in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan, and brown them on all sides (about 5 minutes per batch). Once browned, remove the meatballs and set aside on a plate.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and the chopped onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Add the crushed tomatoes, chicken or beef stock, paprika, sugar, and bay leaf to the skillet. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Return the meatballs to the skillet, making sure they are submerged in the tomato sauce. Cover and cook on low heat for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Remove and discard the bay leaf.

Step 8

Serve the albondigas hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired, alongside crusty bread or over steamed rice.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1433.5 grams (1433.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2169

Total Fat 150.60g	193%
Saturated Fat 46.30g	232%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.90g
Cholesterol 622mg	207%
Sodium 2656mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 83.60g	30%
Dietary Fiber 12.00g	43%
Total Sugars 30.00g
Protein 128.90g	258%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 310mg	24%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 2364mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.5%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 15.2%