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September 16, 2025
Albondigas Sinaloenses Recipe
Albondigas Sinaloenses feature lean ground sirloin meatballs in tomato broth with rice and distinctive mint touches for authentic Sinaloa-style regional specialty preparations. This regional recipe showcases specific Sinaloan cooking techniques and ingredient combinations that distinguish it from other albondigas variations. The mint addition creates unique, refreshing flavor characteristics.
Lean ground sirloin meatballs in tomato broth with rice and a touch of mint.
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
50 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings
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Ingredients
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ small onion, finely diced
1 clove garlic, minced
⅓ cup tomato sauce
water
¼ cup uncooked white rice
fresh mint or spearmint
salt
1 ½ pounds lean ground sirloin
2 plum tomatoes, finely chopped
2 tablespoons diced onion
1 egg white
salt and pepper
4 sprigs fresh mint or spearmint, minced
Directions
In a large stock pot, cook onion and garlic in olive oil over medium high heat until translucent. Stir in tomato sauce, water, rice, mint, and salt, and bring to a low boil.
Meanwhile, combine ground sirloin with tomatoes, 2 tablespoons diced onion, egg white, mint, and salt and pepper. Form into small balls, and place in boiling liquid. Reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 30 minutes, or until meat is cooked and rice is tender.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 295 | Calories |
| 17g | Fat |
| 10g | Carbs |
| 25g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
| Calories 295 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 17g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol 78mg | 26% |
| Sodium 919mg | 40% |
| Total Carbohydrate 10g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars 2g | |
| Protein 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin C 5mg | 5% |
| Calcium 32mg | 2% |
| Iron 3mg | 17% |
| Potassium 371mg | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
