Sopa de albondigas, Mexican meatball soup
Little rice-and-mint meatballs in a light tomato broth with carrots and courgettes. A family favourite across Mexico.
- Time55 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.13 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Mix the mince, rice, egg, mint, cumin, half the onion and a good pinch of salt. Roll into 20 small balls.
- 2
Heat the oil in a large pot. Cook the rest of the onion and the garlic for 5 minutes.
5 min - 3
Add the tomatoes and stock and bring to a simmer. Add the carrots.
- 4
Drop in the meatballs, cover and simmer for 20 minutes, until the rice inside is tender.
20 min - 5
Add the courgettes and cook for 8 minutes more.
8 min - 6
Season and serve in deep bowls with warm tortillas.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.