Appetizer: Spain – Albóndigas (Meatballs)

Albóndigas (Meatballs) recipe
Serving Size: 4
Approximate Time
Prep 12 min
Cook 8 min
Additional 3 min
Total 20 min

Ingredients

1 lb / 450 g ground beef
1/2 cup (60 g) breadcrumbs
1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
1 egg
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp (8 g) chopped parsley
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Olive oil for frying
Simple tomato sauce (for serving)

Instructions

1. Combine breadcrumbs and milk; let soak briefly. Mix with ground beef, egg, garlic, parsley, salt and pepper until just combined.
2. Shape into small, bite-sized meatballs.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry meatballs in batches until browned and cooked through (6–8 minutes).
4. Drain on paper towels and serve hot with toothpicks and a side of simple tomato sauce.
Nutrition Information

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Recipe Metadata
Recipe ID
2187
Country
Spain
Region
Andalusia
URL
https://kitchen2mytable.com/view_recipe_data.php?id=2187

Important Cooking Safety Notice

Please ensure all proteins are cooked to a safe internal temperature:

  • Chicken & Poultry: 165°F (74°C)
  • Ground Meats (Beef, Pork, Lamb): 160°F (71°C)
  • Whole Cuts of Pork, Beef, Veal, Lamb: 145°F (63°C) plus a 3-minute rest
  • Fish & Shellfish: 145°F (63°C)

Always use a food thermometer to verify doneness. Stay safe and enjoy cooking!