Spicy Albondigas

1 . Stage

Make the meatballs: Mix ground beef, uncooked rice, bread crumbs, egg, cumin, garlic powder, and salt together in a large bowl until well combined.

2 . Stage

Start the soup: Bring chicken broth to a boil in a large stockpot over medium heat.

3 . Stage

Meanwhile, form 1 1/2-tablespoon portions of the beef mixture into 1-inch meatballs.

4 . Stage

When chicken broth is boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer. Drop in meatballs and simmer until cooked through, about 20 minutes.

5 . Stage

Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and diced chiles; stir in carrots, celery, onion, cilantro, cumin, oregano, and garlic powder. Simmer soup until vegetables are cooked and flavors are blended, about 1 hour.