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Spicy Minced Beef and Sweet Potato Puchero Soup

Spicy Minced Beef and Sweet Potato Puchero Soup
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This Spicy Minced Beef and Sweet Potato Puchero Soup is a hearty, flavorful stew combining tender minced beef with sweet potatoes and warming spices, perfect for a comforting meal any day.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb minced beef
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup chickpeas, cooked
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until translucent.
  2. Add minced beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon.
  3. Stir in diced red bell pepper, tomatoes, smoked paprika, cumin, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes to combine flavors.
  4. Add diced sweet potatoes, cooked chickpeas, and beef broth. Bring to a boil.
  5. Reduce heat and simmer for 25-30 minutes, or until sweet potatoes are tender.
  6. Adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

For extra richness, serve with a dollop of sour cream or a squeeze of lime to brighten the flavors.

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