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Lamb Chili Recipe

25 agosto, 2024
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    Ingredients

    Chili

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 small onion, finely chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 pound ground lamb
    • 1 tablespoon chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
    • 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
    • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
    • 1 cup beef or vegetable broth
    • Juice of 1 lime
    • Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

    Toppings (Optional)

    • Shredded cheddar cheese
    • Sour cream
    • Sliced green onions
    • Sliced jalapeños
    • Avocado slices
    • Tortilla chips

    Instructions

    Cooking the Chili

    1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
    2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
    3. Add the ground lamb to the pot. Cook until browned and cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks, about 5-7 minutes.
    4. Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
    5. Add the diced tomatoes (with their juice), kidney beans, black beans, and beef or vegetable broth to the pot. Stir to combine.
    6. Bring the chili to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, uncovered, for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded and the chili has thickened to your desired consistency.
    7. Stir in the lime juice. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

    Serving the Chili

    1. Ladle the lamb chili into bowls.
    2. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
    3. Serve with optional toppings such as shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, sliced jalapeños, avocado slices, and tortilla chips on the side.

    Tips and Tricks

    Customizing the Chili

    Feel free to customize your lamb chili with additional ingredients such as corn, diced bell peppers, or diced tomatoes with green chilies for added flavor and texture.

    Making Ahead

    Lamb chili tastes even better the next day as the flavors have time to develop. Prepare the chili a day in advance, refrigerate overnight, and reheat gently on the stove before serving.

    Serving Suggestions

    Lamb chili is delicious on its own, but you can also serve it with cornbread, rice, or over baked potatoes for a hearty meal.

    Freezing Instructions

    Lamb chili freezes well. Allow it to cool completely, then transfer to airtight containers or freezer bags and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and reheat before serving.

    Nutritional Information

    • Calories: 300 per serving
    • Protein: 25g
    • Carbohydrates: 20g
    • Fat: 15g
    • Fiber: 8g
    • Sugar: 5g
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