Albondigon (Meatloaf Latin American Style)
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Here's a tasty variation on a classic North American comfort food favorite. It's got a little heat to it, balanced by fruits and vegetables and it cooks on the stovetop rather than in the oven.
INGREDIENTS
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1/2 cup cooked short-grain white rice
1/2 cup diced onion
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup carrots, peeled and cut in strips
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup tomato sauce
2 garlic cloves, halved
2 chipotle chiles, rinsed, seeded, and chopped
1 cup fresh orange juice
4 apples, cored, peeled, and cubedIn a large bowl, combine ground beef, rice, onion, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and beaten eggs. Form the mixture into a loaf.
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat and brown meat loaf on all sides. Remove from heat.
Purée tomato sauce, garlic, and chipotle chiles in a blender. Then stir in orange juice. Pour mixture over meatloaf and simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes. Add carrots, cover tightly and cook for 50 minutes. Add apples and simmer for 5 minutes more.
Makes about 6 servings