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Easy Tex Mex Meatballs

Tex-Mex Meatballs

This Mexican meatball recipe is a simple, tasty, and affordable dish you should try!
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Course: Appetizer, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 399kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb lean ground beef
  • 2 c. shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
  • 1/2 c. panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tbsp. freshly chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 jalapeño, finely chopped
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 large onion, chopped
  • 1 (15-oz.) Can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp. chopped chipotle chiles in adobo sauce

Instructions

  • Combine the ground beef, bread crumbs, 1 cup cheese, parsley, garlic, jalapeno, cumin, egg, salt, and pepper to taste, and mix until smooth. Shape the meatballs.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet, place the meatballs, and fry until golden, 1-2 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate.
  • To the same skillet, add the onion and cook for 5 minutes until tender. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chipotle in adobo. Bring to a boil. Return the meatballs to the skillet, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add the remaining cheese, let it melt for 2 minutes, and serve garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 399kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 23g
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