Fiery Chilli Beef Dip
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"Spicy Chilli Dip with Mince Serves: 15-20 people Preparation Time: 30 minutes Cooking Time: 1 hour Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes ________________________________________ Ingredients For the dip: • 500g ground beef (mince) • 1 red capsicum (bell pepper), diced • 1 yellow capsicum, diced • 1 green capsicum, diced • 1 red onion, finely chopped • 1 yellow onion, finely chopped • 1 white onion, finely chopped • 3 cloves garlic, minced • 400g canned diced tomatoes • 1 can (400g) kidney beans (drained and rinsed) • 1/2 cup tomato paste • 1/2 cup beef or vegetable broth • 1 tablespoon olive oil • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika • 1 tablespoon cumin powder • 1 tablespoon ground coriander • 2 teaspoons oregano • 2 teaspoons chilli powder • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional, for depth) • 1 jalapeño, diced (remove seeds for less heat) • 1 red chilli, finely chopped (adjust to taste) • 1-2 chipotle chillies in adobo sauce, chopped (adds smoky heat) • Tortilla Chips – Classic choice. Choose sturdy, thick-cut tortilla chips to support the dip. Restaurant-style or chunky tortilla chips work well. ________________________________________ Method 1. Prepare the ingredients: • Capsicums and onions: Dice the red, yellow, and green capsicums and the red, yellow, and white onions into small, even-sized pieces. This ensures they cook evenly and blend seamlessly into the dip. • Garlic: Finely mince the garlic to allow it to infuse the dip with flavour without overpowering the other ingredients. • Chillies: Chop the jalapeño, red chilli, and chipotle chillies. For a milder dip, remove the seeds and membranes from the chillies. For more heat, leave more seeds intact. Adjust according to your preferred spice level. 2. Cook the mince: • Heat the oil: In a large pot or skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. • Add the ground beef: Once the oil is hot, add the ground beef (mince) to the pot. Use a wooden spoon to break up the meat into small pieces as it cooks. • Brown the meat: Cook the mince for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it is fully browned. Ensure there are no pink parts remaining. • Drain excess fat: If there's excess fat or grease in the pot after browning the mince, carefully drain it off to avoid a greasy dip. 3. Add the vegetables: • Add the capsicums and onions: Once the mince is browned, add the diced red, yellow, and green capsicums along with the diced red, yellow, and white onions to the pot. • Cook the vegetables: Stir everything together and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently. The vegetables should begin to soften and release their flavours, blending with the browned mince. Make sure to stir regularly to prevent sticking or burning. 4. Add garlic and chillies: • Add the garlic and chilies: Stir in the minced garlic, diced jalapeño, red chilli, and chipotle chillies to the pot with the cooked vegetables and mince. • Cook until fragrant: Allow the mixture to cook for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly. This will release the flavours of the garlic and chillies. Be careful not to let the garlic burn, as it can turn bitter. 5. Add spices: • Add the spices: Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, cumin, ground coriander, oregano, chilli powder, cayenne pepper, and the optional cinnamon over the beef and vegetables. • Stir to coat: Mix everything together thoroughly to ensure that the mince and vegetables are evenly coated with the spices. • Cook for flavour: Let the mixture cook for about 2 minutes, stirring frequently. This allows the spices to release their full flavors and aromas into the dish. Be careful not to burn the spices—reduce the heat slightly if needed. 6. Add tomatoes and broth: • Add the liquids: Pour in the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and broth (either beef or vegetable, depending on your preference). • Combine everything: Stir the mixture well to ensure the tomatoes, paste, and broth are fully incorporated with the minced meat and vegetables. • Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low to allow the flavours to meld together. 7. Simmer the dip: • Simmer on low heat: Allow the chilli dip to simmer on low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. This slow cooking helps the flavours blend and deepen. • Adjust consistency: If the dip becomes too thick during simmering, gradually add more broth, a little at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. Keep stirring to avoid sticking at the bottom. 8. Add beans: • Stir in the beans: In the last 10 minutes of cooking, add the drained and rinsed kidney beans to the dip. • Heat through: Stir the beans into the mixture and let them warm through, allowing them to absorb some of the flavours from the chilli. Continue simmering for the remaining time. 9. Adjust seasoning: • Taste and season: Taste the dip and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add salt and pepper to enhance the flavour. • Adjust heat: If you'd like more heat, now is the time to add extra chili powder or fresh chilli to your desired spice level. Stir well to combine the added heat. 10. Serve: • Transfer to serving bowl: Once the dip is ready, carefully transfer it to a large serving bowl. • Serving options: Serve it hot, accompanied by tortilla chips, crusty bread, or use it as a delicious filling for tacos or nachos. Optionally, garnish with grated cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro for added flavour and texture."
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This Spicy Chilli Dip with Mince is bursting with flavors, featuring rich ground beef blended with colorful peppers, robust spices, and hearty kidney beans. Perfect for gatherings, it serves 15-20 and pairs beautifully with tortilla chips. Each bite offers a delightful heat that can be adjusted to suit all spice levels. Elevate your appetizers with this crowd-pleaser!
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