Bikers Spanish Meatballs Albondigas Recipe

Rev up your taste buds with these Bikers' Spanish Meatballs (Albondigas)! This authentic recipe delivers juicy, flavorful meatballs in a rich Spanish sauce. Perfect for a tapas feast or a satisfying main course, these albondigas are incredibly easy to make and guaranteed to impress. Get ready for a culinary adventure!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 15309.6 kcal
Protein 2637g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bikers Spanish Meatballs Albondigas

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How to Make Bikers Spanish Meatballs Albondigas

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 lb ground pork, 1/2 cup finely chopped onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and 1/2 cup breadcrumbs.
  3. Gently mix with your hands until just combined. Add 1 large beaten egg and mix until evenly distributed. Do not overmix.
  4. Shape the mixture into 1-inch meatballs.
  5. Place meatballs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Lightly coat with 2 tablespoons of flour.
  6. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown meatballs in batches, about 3-4 minutes per side, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Set aside browned meatballs.
  7. In the same skillet, sauté 1/2 cup chopped carrots, 1/2 cup chopped onion, and 2 cloves minced garlic until softened, about 5 minutes.
  8. Stir in 1 tablespoon paprika, a pinch of saffron threads (about 1/4 teaspoon), and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley.
  9. Pour in 1 1/4 cups (300ml) water or beef broth. Bring to a simmer.
  10. Return the browned meatballs to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  11. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly.
  12. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

196 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

2082g

Carbs

2g