Mexican Meat Dumplings
These Mexican Meat Dumplings offer a comforting and satisfying taste of history, with a savory blend of meat, bacon, and tomatoes. The dumplings are cooked in a flavorful broth, creating a rich and aromatic dish. This classic recipe is perfect for a hearty meal, offering a taste of traditional Mexican cooking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Ground meat (raw or cooked)
- 1/2 cup Chopped bacon
- 1/2 cup Chopped tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 tablespoon Chile powder (Originally 'chile pulp or chile powder')
- 1 cup Cornmeal (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/4 cup Water (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1 tablespoon Lard (or butter) (Originally lard. Substituted with butter for modern preference.)
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Instructions
- 1In a bowl, combine the ground meat (raw or cooked), chopped bacon, chopped tomatoes, salt, and chile powder. Mix well to combine.
- 2Gradually add cornmeal to the meat mixture, mixing until a thick dough forms. Add water, a little at a time, to help the dough come together. The dough should be firm enough to hold its shape.
- 3Roll the dough into balls about the size of walnuts. Bring salted water and tomatoes to a boil in a pot. Carefully drop the dumplings into the boiling water. Add a tablespoon of lard (or butter) and a little cornmeal to the water to help thicken the broth. Cook until the meat is done, about 20 minutes.
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