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Sweet Chile Rojo Meatball Tacos

Sweet Chile Rojo Meatball Tacos

  • 8-10 serves

  • 30 minutes

  • Nut free

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup Gilly Loco™ Tomatillo or Gilly Loco™ Chile Verde sauce
  • ½ cup firmly packed cilantro, plus more for garnish
  • ½ cup finely crushed Gilly Loco™ Tortilla Chips
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 2 pounds ground chuck
  • 1 (16 oz.) jar Gilly Loco™ Chile Rojo
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch
  • 6-inch corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 stick butter, for greasing the sheet pan
Red Chile Sauce (16 oz)

Red Chile Sauce (16 oz)

$8.00+
Photo of a jar of Gilly Loco Hatch Green Chile Sauce set against a plain white background, highlighting the vibrant green color of the sauce visible through the clear glass. The jar's label features the Gilly Loco logo and text that promotes the sauce as award-winning, emphasizing its authentic New Mexican flavor.

Hatch Green Chile Sauce (16 oz)

$8.00+
Image of a jar of Gilly Loco Tomatillo Salsa, showcasing its vibrant green color and fresh ingredients. The jar highlights the authentic, zesty flavor of tomatillos, jalapeños, and serrano peppers, proudly made in New Mexico.

Tomatillo Salsa (16oz)

$7.00+

Gilly Loco™ Chile Rojo Meatballs with Tortillas

Looking for a delicious, bold twist on a classic dish? These Gilly Loco™ Chile Rojo Meatballs are packed with Southwestern flavor. Perfectly seasoned ground chuck mixed with Gilly Loco™ sauces and tortilla chips, then simmered in a rich Gilly Loco™ Chile Rojo sauce. Serve in warm tortillas with fresh garnishes for a meal that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

    Garnishes (Optional):
    • ½ cup sour cream
    • Zest of 1 lime
    • Juice of 1 lime
    • Cotija cheese, grated
    • Radishes, thinly sliced
    • Toasted pumpkin seeds
    • Avocado slices

    Cooking Instructions:
    1. Preheat the Oven:
      Set oven to 400°F.
    2. Prepare the Meatball Mixture:
      • Blend cilantro, eggs, and Gilly Loco™ Tomatillo or Chile Verde sauce in a blender until smooth.
      • In a separate bowl, mix the crushed Gilly Loco™ Tortilla Chips with milk to soften.
      • Combine ground beef, salt, pepper, and the chip and cilantro mixtures in a large bowl. Fold together until mixed. Be careful not to overmix.
    3. Shape and Cook the Meatballs:
      • Grease a large sheet pan with butter.
      • Form the beef mixture into 2-inch balls and place evenly on the sheet pan.
      • Bake for 12 minutes.
    4. Prepare the Red Chile Sauce:
      • In a Dutch oven, combine Gilly Loco™ Chile Rojo, chicken stock, and honey. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat.
    5. Simmer the Meatballs:
      • Remove the meatballs from the oven and add them to the red chile sauce. Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
      • Remove meatballs from the sauce and set aside.
    6. Thicken the Red Chile Sauce:
      • Whisk lime juice and zest into sour cream and set aside.
      • Mix cornstarch with 2 ounces of water to create a slurry. Whisk the slurry into the simmering red chile sauce and bring to a boil. Remove from heat.
    7. Finish the Meatballs:
      • Add the meatballs back into the sauce to coat.
      • Serve the meatballs in warm tortillas, topped with sour cream, radish slices, cotija cheese, toasted pumpkin seeds, avocado slices, cilantro, and more of the red chile sauce.


    A Bold Southwestern Twist
    These Gilly Loco™ Chile Rojo Meatballs offer a unique, bold flavor with the perfect balance of spice and freshness. Serve them as a flavorful taco option, or enjoy them on their own for a spicy, satisfying meal. This dish is perfect for gatherings or a fun weeknight dinner.

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