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Spicy Mexican Donkey Balls

Spicy Mexican Donkey Balls: A Cheesy Flavor Adventure

Spicy Mexican Donkey Balls are delicious meatballs with a cheesy center, perfect for appetizers or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 meatballs
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meatballs
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 medium Chopped Onion
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Can substitute with parsley
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Pepper Deseed for milder heat
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) Can use garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust for heat preferences
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste
For the Cheesy Center
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with Mexican blend or pepper jack
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Crushed Tortilla Chips Can replace with breadcrumbs
  • 1 large Egg (beaten)
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can replace with vegetable oil
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Mexican-style Tomatoes with Green Chilis Can substitute with diced tomatoes
For Garnish
  • 1 lime Fresh Lime Wedges Adds refreshing touch

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a large mixing bowl for the meatball mixture.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, fresh cilantro, jalapeño, minced garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper thoroughly.
  3. Gently fold in the shredded cheddar cheese and crushed tortilla chips until combined.
  4. Add the beaten egg to the mixture and mix until evenly combined.
  5. Shape the mixture into golf-ball-sized meatballs, ensuring consistent size for even cooking.
  6. Heat olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium heat and sear the meatballs for about 5 minutes.
  7. Pour the canned Mexican-style tomatoes with green chilis over the browned meatballs.
  8. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
  9. Let the meatballs rest briefly before serving. Garnish with fresh lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1meatballCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the meatballs to rest after baking to enhance flavors.

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