Ingredients and Weight:
- Green Hatch Chiles: 500 grams (roughly 1 pound)
- Beef Stew Meat: 750 grams (roughly 1.5 pounds)
- Cream of Chicken Soup: 1 can (about 300 grams)
- Corn on the Cob: 4 ears (fresh or frozen)
- Bell Peppers (Red, Yellow or Green): 2, sliced into large pieces
- Garlic Cloves: 4-5, crushed or sliced
- Oil: For pan frying
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 45 minutes (excluding marinating time)
- Cooking Time: 2 hours
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil and add the beef stew meat. Brown the meat on all sides.
- Add the crushed garlic and bell peppers and continue to cook for a few minutes.
- Once the beef is well-cooked, add the can of Cream of Chicken Soup and stir well.
- Slice the corn off the cob and add it to the pot along with the green Hatch chiles. Mix well.
- Season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Cover and let it cook on low heat for about 2 hours or until the meat is tender and the flavors are well-blended.
- Serve hot with rice or mashed potatoes.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: Approximately 600-700 calories per serving (depending on the exact ingredients used)
Fat: Moderate to high depending on the fat content of the beef and oil used for frying.
Protein: High due to the beef stew meat.
Carbohydrates: From the rice or potatoes served with the dish.
Dish Characteristics:
- The dish has a rich, creamy texture due to the combination of beef and cream of chicken soup.
- The Hatch chiles provide a unique flavor and spice level that is appealing to Americans who enjoy spicy foods.
- The dish is hearty and perfect for colder weather or as a comforting meal on a chilly evening.
User Comments:
- "This dish was delicious! The combination of flavors was outstanding."
- "I love the Hatch chiles in this dish, they give it a unique taste."
- "This is a great dish for colder weather, very comforting."
- "The meat was so tender and flavorful, paired perfectly with the Hatch chiles."
- "I made this for my family and they loved it! Will definitely make it again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be sure to use fresh or good-quality frozen corn and Hatch chiles for best results.
- Adjust the seasoning, especially the salt, according to your preference and the saltiness of the other ingredients.
- If you want to make this dish more spicy, you can add more Hatch chiles or use a spicier variety if available.
- This dish is great for batch cooking as it tastes even better when made ahead of time and reheated later.
