Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering flavors of Spicy Mexican Donkey Balls! These juicy, cheesy beef meatballs are infused with spices and fresh herbs, offering a delightful kick that will keep your guests coming back for more. Perfect for game day gatherings, cozy dinners, or festive parties, this recipe elevates any occasion. Each meatball features a surprise of melted cheddar cheese at its core, ensuring every bite is bursting with flavor. Serve them as a zesty appetizer or alongside rice and tortillas for a satisfying main course. With easy-to-follow instructions and versatile serving options, you’ll find yourself making these irresistible bites over and over again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeño pepper, deseeded and finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 can (15 oz) Mexican-style tomatoes with green chilies
- Fresh lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix ground beef, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and crushed tortilla chips until evenly mixed.
- Add beaten egg to bind the mixture well.
- Shape into golf-ball-sized meatballs.
- Heat olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium heat; sear meatballs until browned on all sides (about 5 minutes).
- Pour Mexican-style tomatoes over the meatballs.
- Transfer skillet to the oven; bake for 15–20 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve hot with fresh lime wedges.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (85g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg