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Beyti Sarma
Medium 55 min~610 kcal 9/10
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Albondigas
A Spanish tapas staple that browns small meatballs, then simmers them in tomato sauce until tender enough to mop up with toasted bread.
- Time
- 1 hr 10 min
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- ~350 kcal
🇪🇸 Spanish🌍 Full translation
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Timeline
Total 1 h 10 min- Prep30 min
- Resting/Marinating10 min
- Cooking30 min
Ingredients
4 servings
Quick:
- 600 g Ground beef
- 80 g Breadcrumbs
- 1 Egg
- 400 ml Tomato sauce
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Instructions
- 1
Knead the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, and seasoning.
- 2
Shape small meatballs from the mixture and rest them for 10 minutes.
10 min10:00 - 3
Sear the meatballs in a hot pan for 8 minutes until the outside takes on color.
8 min08:00 - 4
Boil the tomato sauce in a separate pot for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00 - 5
Add the meatballs to the sauce and cook over low heat for 20 minutes.
20 min20:00 - 6
When the sauce thickens, serve hot with parsley.
💡 Tip: Sear each side of the meatballs in the pan before adding them to the sauce; searing sets the texture so the meatballs do not fall apart in the sauce.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with toasted bread slices.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
⚠️ Estimated, 75% match~350
kcal calories
20
g protein
18
g carbs
21
g fat
Protein 23%Carbs 21%Fat 56%
GI 23 · Low GIGL 4 · Low GLEstimated, 75% match
4.1g
Sugar
1.4g
Fiber
476.3mg
Sodium
12.2g
Saturated fat
⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (75%); values are estimates.
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Estimated satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Albondigas make?
This recipe serves 4.How long does Albondigas take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 30 minutes, including 10 minutes of passive resting; 70 minutes in total.Is Albondigas difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Albondigas have?
Approximately 350 kcal per serving. Protein: 20g, carbs: 18g, fat: 21g.Which allergens does Albondigas contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.Which cuisine does Albondigas belong to?
This recipe belongs to Spanish cuisine.How many ingredients does Albondigas need?
This recipe needs 4 ingredients.Is Albondigas filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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