Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 1 lb ground beef ((lean ground beef is recommended))
  • 1/2 cup white rice ((cooked))
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 Tbsp garlic ((minced))
  • 1/4 cup cilantro ((chopped))
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp paprika

Instruction

  • If you don't have some leftover rice (if it's been refrigerated overnight, that's ideal) it's time to make a small batch. Whichever rice you make, you'll need slightly under-cooked rice. Combine 1/2 cup of water to 1/2 cup of rice, then cook the rice for 10 minutes. Set aside and allow it to cool slightly before forming meatballs.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, rice, egg, garlic, cilantro, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and paprika.
  • Portion the ground beef mixture into 3/4-inch meatballs and set on a tray.
  • Either bake the meatballs at 400 degrees F (205 degrees C) for 15 minutes or pan sear over medium-high heat until cooked. The meatballs are done when they are browned on the outside and have an internal temperature of 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).
  • Remove from the oven and serve immediately with salsa, rice, beans, or tortillas.