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ALBONDIGAS CON TOMATE TRADICIONAL / TRADITIONAL TOMATO MEATBALLS / CROCK POT

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Albóndigas con Tomate

Cultural Context

Albóndigas con Tomate, or Spanish meatballs in tomato sauce, is a beloved dish in Spain, often served as a comforting family meal. Traditionally, these meatballs are made from a mix of beef and pork, seasoned with herbs and spices, and simmered in a rich tomato sauce. This dish reflects the Spanish culinary tradition of using simple ingredients to create hearty and flavorful meals. Today, variations exist across the globe, with many incorporating different meats or spices, but the essence of the dish remains a staple in Spanish cuisine.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
500gr. minced pork
1/2 onion
3 cloves of garlic
a handful of chopped parsley
2 eggs
a stock cube
breadcrumbs
400gr. fried tomato

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: oats

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Oats provide a healthier option with more fiber.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Ground turkey is leaner and lower in fat.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: beef broth

Grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be used if in season.

1

In a bowl, mix the minced pork, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, eggs, stock cube, and breadcrumbs until well combined.

2

Form the mixture into meatballs.

3

Place the meatballs in the Crock Pot.

4

Pour the fried tomato over the meatballs.

5

Cover and cook in the Crock Pot until the meatballs are cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbrowningsimmeringbaking

Equipment Needed

Crock Pot

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Allergens

milkeggsgluten

Also Known As

Spanish Meatballs in Tomato SauceAlbóndigas a la Española
Local Name: Albóndigas con Tomate

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