Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

stew meat

4 can

tomato sauce

1 can

tomato paste

2 unit

tomatoes

chopped

2 unit

green bell peppers

chopped

1 unit

sweet onion

chopped

2 unit

canned chipotle

chopped

3 clove

garlic

minced

2 tbsp

paprika

2 tsp

black pepper

1 tbsp

fresh basil

chopped

1 unit

lime

juiced and zest

2 tsp

fresh cilantro

chopped

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

to taste

Step 1
~20 min

Brown stew meat in a large skillet over medium-high heat until medium.

Step 2
~20 min

Drain excess grease from the skillet.

Step 3
~20 min

Transfer the browned stew meat to a crock pot or Dutch oven.

Step 4
~20 min

Add chopped tomatoes, green bell peppers, sweet onion, minced garlic, and canned chipotles to the pot.

Step 5
~20 min

Pour in the tomato sauce and tomato paste.

Step 6
~20 min

Stir all ingredients together thoroughly.

Step 7
~20 min

Cover the pot and heat according to your chosen cooking method.

Step 8
~20 min

For crock pot cooking: Cook on high for 2+ hours or on low for 4+ hours.

Step 9
~20 min

For stove top cooking: Simmer on low-medium heat for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a can of beans (kidney, black, or pinto) for extra heartiness.

Adjust the amount of chipotle peppers to your desired spice level.

Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with cornbread or crackers.

Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Tortilla Chips

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

A popular comfort food in the United States.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Tailgating
Super Bowl Parties

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Family Dinner
Winter Meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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