Purini with a Twist

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs (680g) beef stew meat, cubed 1.5 lbs (680g) beef stew meat, cubed
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 4 cups (950ml) beef broth 4 cups (950ml) beef broth
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 10g, 4g
• Protein: 40g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside.
2. 2.
   In the same pot, add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
3. 3.
   Add the diced tomatoes, minced chipotle peppers, ground cumin, paprika, and dried oregano to the pot. Stir well to combine.
4. 4.
   Return the browned beef stew meat to the pot and pour in the beef broth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. 5.
   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together.
6. 6.
   Serve the Purini hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Chipotle peppers — Adjust the amount of chipotle peppers according to your spice preference. For a milder flavor, use only one pepper or remove the seeds before mincing.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra smoky flavor, you can add a small amount of smoked paprika to the dish.
• If you prefer a thicker consistency, you can mix a tablespoon of cornstarch with a little water and add it to the pot during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

Serving advice

Serve the Purini with a side of warm crusty bread or steamed rice to soak up the flavorful sauce.

Presentation advice

Garnish the Purini with a sprig of fresh cilantro and a sprinkle of paprika for an attractive presentation.