Mexi Meatballs

Get ready to spice up your dinner table with these vibrant and flavorful Mexi Meatballs! This bold recipe combines the richness of ground beef with the smoky heat of chorizo, perfectly seasoned with cumin, chili powder, and fresh cilantro. These tender, oven-baked meatballs are seared for added flavor and then simmered in a zesty chipotle tomato sauce with a tangy hint of lime. Easy to prepare in just 50 minutes, Mexi Meatballs are a mouthwatering option for appetizers, tacos, or even a hearty meal served with rice or tortillas. Packed with protein and bursting with Mexican-inspired flavors, this crowd-pleaser will quickly become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef
• 150 grams Chorizo sausage
• 60 grams Breadcrumbs
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 400 grams Crushed tomatoes
• 1 pepper Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
• 120 milliliters Chicken or beef stock
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chorizo, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined but do not overmix.

Step 3

Shape the mixture into meatballs, about 1.5 inches in diameter. You should end up with approximately 16-18 meatballs.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the meatballs in batches until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 5

Bake the meatballs in the oven for 12-15 minutes, or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 75°C or 165°F).

Step 6

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the crushed tomatoes, chipotle peppers, and chicken or beef stock. Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

Stir in the lime juice and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 8

Add the cooked meatballs to the skillet with the sauce. Toss gently to coat the meatballs evenly.

Step 9

Serve hot as an appetizer or paired with rice, tortillas, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1408.8 grams (1408.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2591

Total Fat 194.00g	249%
Saturated Fat 69.50g	348%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.60g
Cholesterol 685mg	228%
Sodium 5898mg	256%
Total Carbohydrate 79.30g	29%
Dietary Fiber 9.50g	34%
Total Sugars 18.00g
Protein 142.50g	285%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 238mg	18%
Iron 20mg	112%
Potassium 2320mg	49%

*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: 66.3%

Protein: 21.6%

Carbs: 12.0%