Albondigas Cuban Meatballs Recipe

Ingredients for Albondigas Cuban Meatballs

• 2 large eggs
• Cracker Crumb
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 lbs ground beef
• Dry Mustard
• Cumin
• Salt
• Pepper
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Green Onion
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• Garlic Cloves
• Ketchup
• White Vinegar
• Brown Sugar
• Tomato Sauce

How to Make Albondigas Cuban Meatballs

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cracker crumbs, and milk. Let stand for 5 minutes to soften the crumbs.
3. Add the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, and all remaining spices to the bowl. Gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
4. Form the mixture into large meatballs (about 2-3 inches in diameter).
5. Lightly coat the meatballs in flour, shaking off any excess.
6. Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 5-7 minutes total.
7. Remove meatballs from skillet and set aside.
8. In the same skillet, sauté the chopped green pepper until softened, about 5 minutes.
9. Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
10. Return the meatballs to the skillet. Cover and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
11. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened.