Latin-Inspired Meatball Recipe

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• ½ cup tortilla chips, crushed
• ⅓ cup whole milk
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ⅓ cup feta or cotija cheese, crumbled
• Zest from 1 lime
• 2 eggs, whisked
• ½ cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• ½ tsp ground pepper

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PREPARATION:

1. In a small bowl, combine the milk and crushed tortilla chips and let them sit for 10 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, saute the onion and garlic in olive oil over medium low heat until tender and translucent.
3. In a large mixing bowl, gently mix together ground beef with sauteed onion and garlic, crushed tortillas and milk, crumbled cheese, lime zest, whisked eggs, cilantro, smoked paprika, cumin, salt and pepper.
4. Form into 2” round balls.
5. Bake, sear or air fry until cooked through. Freeze for later enjoyment or simmer in your favorite enchilada or red sauce for 20-30 minutes and serve over rice.