Mexican Albondigas Soup with chipotle

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: barley

Quinoa is more nutritious, while barley is budget-friendly.

In a bowl, combine ground turkey, oatmeal, chopped onion, minced garlic, egg, salt, oregano, and cumin.

Form mixture into small meatballs.

In a large pot, bring water or broth to a boil.

Add meatballs to the boiling liquid and simmer until cooked through.

Add diced potatoes and carrots if using; cook until tender.

Stir in chopped cilantro and chipotle before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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