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Mexican Beef and Lentil Chili

Name: Mexican Beef and Lentil Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 16 oz beef, patted dry; 3/4 cup lentils; 2 can black beans, drained and rinsed; 2 can diced tomatoes; 1 yellow onion, diced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 2 clove garlic, minced; 2 cup chicken broth; 2 tsp chili powder; 2 tsp ground cumin; 4 tsp olive oil; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper

Lean beef, lentils, black beans, and tomatoes make a filling chili with deep cumin and chili flavor.

Generative AI

Calories: 625
Protein: 43g
Carbs: 66g
Fat: 19g

Per serving

Ingredients

For 4 servings · 55 min total

beefpatted dry16 oz
lentils3/4 cup
black beansdrained and rinsed2 can
diced tomatoes2 can
yellow oniondiced1
bell pepperdiced1
garlicminced2 clove
chicken broth2 cup
chili powder2 tsp
ground cumin2 tsp
olive oil4 tsp
kosher salt1 tsp
black pepper1/2 tsp

Instructions

1Dice the onion and bell pepper and mince the garlic. Do not rinse the beef. Wash the cutting board, knife, and your hands with soap and water before touching anything else.
2Pat the beef dry and season it with the salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef for 4-5 minutes, breaking it into small pieces, until it reaches 145°F (63°C). Transfer it to a bowl, then rest at least 3 minutes before slicing.
3Add the onion and bell pepper to the pot with a pinch of salt. Cook for 4-5 minutes, until softened. Add the garlic, chili powder, and cumin, and stir for 30-60 seconds, until fragrant.
4Return the beef to the pot. Add the lentils, diced tomatoes, broth, and black beans. Bring to a simmer, then cook uncovered for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the lentils are tender and the chili is thick.
5Taste and adjust the seasoning. Serve hot.

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Mexican Beef and Lentil Chili

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