MEATBALLS: Combine all the meatball ingredients, except the
oil, and mix well. Form into 1 1/2-inch balls. Brown the
meatballs in the oil, remove, and keep warm. SAUCE: To make
the sauce, add the oil to the pan and saute the onion and
garlic until soft. Add the remaining sauce ingredients, bring
to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes
until the sauce is thickened. Place the sauce in a blender or
food processor and puree until smooth. Return the sauce to the
pan, add the meatballs, and heat through. TORTILLA CUPS: To
make the tortilla cups, pour the oil to a depth of 3 inches
and heat to 375 degrees. Place a tortilla in the oil and let
it float for a couple of seconds. Press the center into the
oil with a can or ladle to form a bowl and fry until crisp,
remove, and drain. To serve, place the lettuce in each of the
tortilla cups, top with the albondigas, and serve.
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