Spicy Mexican Meatballs with Flavorful Rice

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Spicy Mexican Meatballs with Flavorful Rice elevate your dinner with a vibrant dish bursting with bold flavors and a hint of heat. These juicy meatballs, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices, simmer in a rich tomato sauce and are served over fluffy rice mixed with sweet Mexican-style corn. Perfect for non-vegetarians, this Mexican cuisine classic is free from common allergens, making it a great choice for family meals.

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Overview

This Zesty Mexican Meatballs with Savory Rice recipe elevates a classic dish with vibrant flavors and a touch of spice. The juicy meatballs are infused with aromatic herbs and spices, then simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Served over fluffy rice mixed with sweet Mexican-style corn, this dish is a delightful fusion of textures and tastes that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

None specified

Cuisine

Mexican

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 60 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Pound (lb) ground beef
• 1.5 Teaspoons (tsp) dried oregano, divided
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) fresh parsley, minced, divided
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Cup rice
• 2 Cups water
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) olive oil
• 2 Small onions, minced, divided
• 2 Cloves garlic, minced, divided
• 14.25 Ounces (oz) can tomato puree
• 1 Whole bay leaf
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) white vinegar
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) chili powder
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) brown sugar
• 1.5 Teaspoons (tsp) cumin, ground
• 1 Pinch ground black pepper, to taste
• 11 Ounces (oz) can Mexican-style corn, drained

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, 1 teaspoon of oregano, 1 tablespoon of minced parsley, and a pinch of salt. Mix until well combined.
2. In a medium pot, bring the rice and water to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer for 20 minutes until the rice is tender.
3. While the rice cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1 minced onion and 1 minced garlic clove. Sauté until the onion is soft and translucent.
4. Add the sautéed onion and garlic to the beef mixture. Form the mixture into 24 small meatballs.
5. In the same skillet, brown the meatballs on all sides. Remove and set aside.
6. In the skillet, add the remaining minced onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is soft.
7. Stir in the tomato puree, bay leaf, vinegar, remaining oregano, remaining minced parsley, chili powder, brown sugar, cumin, salt, and ground black pepper. Simmer for about 20 minutes until the sauce thickens.
8. Return the meatballs to the skillet, ensuring they are coated in the sauce. Cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until the meatballs are cooked through.
9. Once the rice is cooked, stir in the drained Mexican-style corn.
10. Serve the meatballs and sauce over the rice, garnished with additional parsley if desired.

Enjoy your homemade Spicy Mexican Meatballs with Flavorful Rice!