Meatball Soup
Meatball soup is a hearty and comforting dish that features savory meatballs simmered in a flavorful broth with vegetables. This recipe combines tender meatballs with potatoes, carrots, and leeks for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for chilly days. Whether you’re looking for a cozy lunch or a warming dinner, this meatball soup is sure to hit the spot!
Meatball Soup
This meatball soup recipe is both simple and delicious. Tender meatballs made from ground beef, onion, and egg are added to a vegetable broth along with potatoes, carrots, and leeks. This comforting soup is easy to prepare and guaranteed to be a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 500 g ground beef (1.1 lb)
- 1 egg
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 3 carrots, diced
- 1 leek, thinly sliced
- 4-5 potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 litres water (8 cups)
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
- salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Heat a bit of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced carrots and sliced leeks to the pot. Sauté for a few minutes until slightly softened.
- Pour in the water and bring it to a gentle simmer. Let the vegetables cook on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- Add the diced potatoes to the pot. Continue to simmer the soup for another 10 minutes or until the potatoes are tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, egg, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Form and Fry the Meatballs: With wet hands, shape the meat mixture into small meatballs, using about a teaspoon of the mixture for each. Heat a frying pan over medium heat with a bit of olive oil. Fry the meatballs for 5-8 minutes or until browned and cooked through.
- Carefully add the cooked meatballs to the simmering soup. Season the soup with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Let the soup simmer for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Garnish with fresh parsley or dill.