Albóndigas in Tomato Sauce (Meatballs)

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground meat (beef, pork, or a mix)
• 4 large tomatoes
• 1 white onion
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp La Favorita Soya Oil
• Salt
• Pepper
• Garlic
• Parsley
• 1 egg

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix 1 lb of ground meat (beef, pork, or a combination) with 1/2 cup of breadcrumbs, 1 beaten egg, 1/4 cup of chopped onion, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp of chopped parsley, and salt and pepper to taste. Knead well until everything is fully incorporated.
2. Shape the meat mixture into small walnut-sized meatballs.
3. In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp of La Favorita Soya Oil over medium-high heat. Add the meatballs and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. In the same skillet, add 1 chopped white onion and 2 minced garlic cloves. Cook until golden and fragrant.
5. Add 4 large tomatoes, peeled and chopped, 1 tsp of sugar, and salt and pepper to taste. Cook over medium-low heat until the tomatoes break down and form a thick sauce.
6. Return the meatballs to the skillet with the tomato sauce and cook over medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes, making sure they are cooked through in the center.
7. Serve the meatballs hot with the tomato sauce spooned over the top. They pair well with white rice or pasta.
8. We hope you enjoy these delicious meatballs in tomato sauce!