Turkey Meatballs and Dumplings in Chipotle

Directions

• 1

  For the meatballs: Pour the ground beef in a metal bowl and add the beaten egg, seasonings and breadcrumbs.
• 2

  Combine well with your hands and form medium-sized balls.
• 3

  Place the meatballs on a tray lined with wax paper.
• 4

  For the sauce: Wash your hands and prepare the broth. For this, use a deep pot or one that you use to cook soup.
• 5

  Add the tomato puree and chipotle to the chicken broth. Then add the cumin, salt and pepper. Stir and mix well and let the broth come to a boil.
• 6

  For the dumplings: Combine the cornmeal with salt and a little water to make a soft dough.
• 7

  Form small balls of dough and set aside on a plate.
• 8

  When the broth is hot, add the carrots and meatballs one by one.
• 9

  Finally, add the dumplings. Cover and cook the meatballs and dumplings over medium heat without stirring the dumplings. The meatballs are done when the broth achieves a thick consistency.