Description
Spicy Mexican Donkey Balls are a deliciously bold twist on traditional meatballs, bringing together savory beef, fresh herbs, and a gooey cheese center. These flavorful bites are perfect for any occasion, whether it’s game day, a festive party, or a cozy family dinner. With their spicy kick from jalapeños and aromatic spices, each bite promises an explosion of flavors that will leave your guests craving more. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to serve as appetizers or main courses, these meatballs are sure to be a hit at your next gathering.
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
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, onion, cilantro, jalapeño, garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Add shredded cheddar cheese and crushed tortilla chips to the mixture; blend thoroughly.
- Pour in the beaten egg and mix until fully incorporated.
- Form the mixture 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 the can of Mexican-style tomatoes over the meatballs in the skillet.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15–20 minutes or until cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 160°F).
- Serve hot with lime wedges for an added zesty kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 meatballs (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg