Comforting dinner for the whole family, this Mexican Meatball Soup is easy and has all the qualities of a crowd-pleaser. Full-sized meatballs made from ground beef are simmered in a savory roasted tomato broth for an easy and delicious winter soup. Serve with rice or beans and warm corn tortillas for an authentic Mexican dinner.
This recipe is quick, easy, and so delicious. Start by roasting the tomatoes, onion, and garlic on a hot griddle. Once the veggies are roasted, place them in a blender and purée until smooth. Add the puréed tomato mixture to a hot saucepan and bring it to a boil. In the meantime, prepare the meatballs. I like to keep the add-ins for the meatballs simple. Garlic, black pepper, a slice of white bread soaked in milk, and egg. Roll the meatballs and carefully drop them into the simmering tomato broth. Once the meatballs are almost cooked, stir in the chopped cilantro. Serve and enjoy!
To make the Mexican Meatball Soup, you will need the following ingredients:
On a hot ungreased griddle, place 1 pound tomatoes, ¼ white onion, and 1 garlic clove. Roast, turning occasionally, about 5-7 minutes.
Once the veggies are roasted, place them in a blender and process until smooth. If the tomatoes aren’t juicy enough, add ¼ cup water to ease the blending process.
In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil and gently pour in the prepared roasted tomato mixture. Cook for about 5 minutes.
Pour in 4 cups chicken broth and bring to a boil. Once at a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer.
In the meantime, make the meatballs. In a small bowl, add 1 slice of bread and ¼ cup milk. Soak the bread until softened, about 1 minute.
To a large bowl, add 1 pound ground beef and make a well in the center.
Grind 1 garlic clove and 6 peppercorns in a mortar and pestle. Add garlic peppercorn mixture to the meat, as well as the bread soaked in milk and 1 large beaten egg. Season with salt to taste.
Gently mix the meatball mixture with your hands or a wooden spoon. Do not over mix.
Gently form the meatballs (the size of a golf ball) with your hands.
Carefully drop the meatballs into the simmering tomato broth.
Cook the meatballs for 15 to 20 minutes.
5 minutes before the meatballs are done cooking, add in ¼ cup chopped cilantro.
Serve with rice or beans and warm corn tortillas for an authentic Mexican dinner.
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Delicious and soooo easy to make!
Superb family meal!
J'ai essayé cette soupe de boulettes de viande mexicaine et c'était un vrai délice. La recette est si simple, et j'ai même demandé à mes enfants de m'aider à rouler les boulettes. Cela a ajouté une touche de plaisir à notre soirée familiale. Excellent goût!
So good, love it!
This soup made our family dinner night unforgettable! Kids loved those meatballs!
I made this Mexican Meatball Soup last week when my niece was visiting. We both loved the flavors, and it reminded me of family dinners from my childhood. It's so easy and perfect for a cozy night in.
Made this Mexican Meatball Soup last week and it was a hit with my fam. Super easy to whip up! The roasted tomatoes really brought the flavor. Loved serving it with fresh tortillas. Def gonna be a regular on our dinner table.
Wow! This soup made our family dinner so special last night. So easy to make and tasted amazing! Can't wait to serve it again. ❤
OMG, this Mexican Meatball Soup is a total game changer! I made it on a chilly night and my kids devoured it! Super easy, plus the roasted tomatoes give it this awesome flavor. It's become our go-to comfort food for sure. Def recommend it for a cozy family dinner.
So easy, perfect broth!
Yummy! Made this cozy soup last night, and it warmed my heart on a chilly evening.
So delicious soup. I made it on a rainy day, and my kids loved it. The flavors are amazing, and the meatballs were easy to roll. This one will be a family favorite for sure.
Delicious!
Delicious!
Perfect meal for family!
