Spanish Meatballs
Perfect for an entrée or an appetizer, these Spanish meatballs will definitely hit the spot!
Ingredients
- 4 frozen precooked meatballs, thawed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup crushed tomato
- 1 cup Spanish Rice Cups
- 1/2 tbsp beef stock
- 1 tbsp red wine
- 1 tbsp onion, minced
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/8 tsp salt
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Instructions
For a fast and flavorful meal or appetizer, these Spanish Meatballs – packed with fresh vegetables, savory broth, and Spanish Rice Cups – are seasoned to perfection!
Step 1
Heat the 1 tsp of oil in a pan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add meatballs and cook for 5-10 minutes, depending on size. Remove meatballs and set aside once heated through.
Step 3
Heat the rice according to package instructions.
Step 4
Add onions to pan and cook until softened (2-3 minutes)
Step 5
Add crushed tomatoes, beef stock, red wine, salt and paprika. Make sure to mix everything together. Bring to a simmer.
Step 6
Add meatballs and sauce on top of the rice.
Recipe Tip
Top with Manchego or Parmesan cheese, if desired.
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Quick and Easy Spanish Meatballs
Have you ever heard of “albóndigas”? This is what they call meatballs in the many Spanish-speaking countries rich in culture and good food.
However, even if you’re not staying in Madrid or a coastal Spanish town, you can follow our easy recipe to prepare this dish at home; we assure you that whoever you are hosting – family or friends – will be astonished! What makes it special is its tomato sauce, which is rich in vegetables and spices, that together create a very distinct flavor.
To taste the typical flavor of Spanish cuisine in this meat dish, you’ll just have to follow a six-step recipe, which includes – as usual – our yummy Minute® Rice. Don’t worry, we simplified its method of preparation exclusively for you! But remember, to get the authentic flavor it’s important to use the correct ingredients, which you can find inside the recipe.
Other Mediterranean Meals
Are you a lover of Mediterranean cuisine, or at least of the Spanish one? Then, once you’ve tried the albóndigas, we invite you to prepare our Quick and Easy Spanish Rice Recipe. Made with our White Rice, it only takes 15 minutes to cook. While it’s normally vegetarian, this dish doesn’t exclude the addition of bacon, ground beef or chicken.
If these two dishes are not enough for you, check out our wide catalogue of recipes constantly updated according to trends!
Leftover Meatballs
Regarding leftovers, your choices are endless! You could make a quick meatball sub, stuff a pita half, or put them in a rice bowl. You can even build up your small meatball slider repertoire for back-to-school.
Consider making a double batch and storing; it will be easier on you to relax knowing that you always have frozen meatballs on hand for a quick meal or a packed lunch. Meatballs should be frozen on a baking sheet for a few hours without touching before placing them in freezer-safe bags. For simple peeling, line the sheet with parchment paper. To prevent drying out, carefully place another sheet of parchment on top. Put them in bags after a few hours and freeze them again for three to four months!
