Meat Lite: Lamb Chili For Two Recipe

Name: Meat Lite: Lamb Chili For Two Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 dried chipotle chile; 1 1/2 cups very hot water; 2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil; 1/2 pound ground lamb; 1 small yellow onion; 1 jalapeno, seeded and minced; 4 garlic cloves; 1 tablespoon cumin; 2 teaspoons coriander; 1 cup cooked red kidney beans (or 1 fifteen-ounce can); 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans (or 1 fifteen-ounce can); 1 can (28-ounce) whole peeled tomatoes; 1 ounce bittersweet chocolate, chopped; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 2 sprigs fresh oregano; 1 cup loosely packed cilantro, roughly chopped; 2 scallions, white and green parts sliced; Grated cheese of choice; Sour cream

Servings: persons

1 dried chipotle chile
1 1/2 cups very hot water
2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
1/2 pound ground lamb
1 small yellow onion
1 jalapeno, seeded and minced
4 garlic cloves
1 tablespoon cumin
2 teaspoons coriander
1 cup cooked red kidney beans (or 1 fifteen-ounce can)
1 1/2 cups cooked black beans (or 1 fifteen-ounce can)
1 can (28-ounce) whole peeled tomatoes
1 ounce bittersweet chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 sprigs fresh oregano
1 cup loosely packed cilantro, roughly chopped
2 scallions, white and green parts sliced
Grated cheese of choice
Sour cream

1
Rinse the dried chipotle under running water. Let the chile soak in the hot water while preparing the rest of the ingredients.
2
Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottom saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the meat and cook to brown, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes. Add the onions and cook another 3 to 5 minutes, until the onions begin to soften. Stir in the jalapeno and the garlic. Deglaze the bottom of the pan with a few tablespoons of the chipotle soaking water.
3
Add the cumin, coriander, beans, tomatoes, chocolate, vinegar, and one sprig of the oregano. Add the chipotle and the remainder of the soaking water. Stir to combine the ingredients thoroughly. Bring the liquid to a bare simmer and cover the pot. Simmer gently for at least 1 hour or up to 2, stirring occasionally to avoid scorching the bottom of the pot.
4
Roughly chop the oregano leaves from the remaining sprig. Stir in the chopped oregano, cilantro, and scallions just before serving the chili. Top each bowl of chili with cheese and sour cream.

622

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 dried chipotle chile, 1 1/2 cups very hot water, 2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil, 1/2 pound ground lamb, and more.

Yes, Meat Lite: Lamb Chili For Two Recipe falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!