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Mexican Meatballs Recipe

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Ingredients

Directions

Step #1 Heat oven to 400° F.
Step #2 Heat 1 tbsp of the oil In a large-ish, preferably ovenproof skillet over med-heat/flame.
Step #3 Add the onion & cook this until softened, about 3 mins.
Step #4 Add the garlic & jalapeño & cook for 1 min.
Step #5 Remove from heat; let cool.
Step #6 In a large bowl, salt, mix the pork, cumin, egg, bread crumbs, pepper, & onion mixture.
Step #7 Shape into 12 meatballs.
Step #8 Wipe out skillet, add the remaining oil, & heat over medium-high heat.
Step #9 Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 7 mins total.
Step #10 If not using an ovenproof skillet, transfer the meatballs to a baking dish.
Step #11 Pour the salsa over the top.
Step #12 Bake until cooked through, about 25 mins.
Step #13 Tip: If you're in the mood for soft tacos, set out corn or flour tortillas & shredded cheese with the meatballs.
Step #14 Otherwise simply serve them over rice.
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