Albóndigas (Spanish Meatballs)

Name: Albóndigas (Spanish Meatballs)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 3 slices white bread ((about 2 ounces), crusts removed); 1/2 cup milk; 1 1/2 pounds ground beef ((85% to 90% lean preferred)); 1 yellow onion, (grated); 2 garlic cloves, (minced); 1 large egg; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; All purpose flour, (for coating); 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1 yellow onion, (finely chopped); 4 garlic cloves, (minced); 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes (or grated fresh tomatoes); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup fresh parsley; 1 tablespoon roasted unsalted almonds ((about 10 to 12)); 1 pinch saffron ((12 to 15 threads)); 1/2 cup white wine; 1 cup chicken stock

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:45min

These juicy Spanish meatballs are first seared to develop their flavor, then finished in an aromatic white wine and saffron broth. Serve tapa-style with more small bites to share (perhaps with cold glasses of White Sangria), or make into a meal with rice or your favorite grain.

Updated at: Wed, 19 Nov 2025 20:35:12 GMT