Moroccan Chili

October 23, 2013

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If you are looking for an interesting twist on chili I have one for you today! I made this with ground beef but ground lamb would be a great addition too. The cinnamon and ginger give this the "warm" feeling you are looking for in chili and replace the chili powder and cumin in a traditional chili. The chickpeas take the place of kidney beans! Enjoy!

1 lb. ground beef (or lamb)
2 t. salt
1 t. black pepper
1/2 lb. carrots, peeled and finely diced
1 t. ground ginger
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 t. cinnamon
1 (15 oz.) can crushed tomatoes
2 c. water
1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/4 c. cilantro, chopped
1/3 c. plain Greek yogurt

In a large heavy pot over medium high heat cook the ground beef (or lamb), salt, pepper and carrots for about 10 minutes until the meat is cooked through and the carrots are starting to soften. Add the...
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Nutritions

Calories
733

Sodium
1339mg
55% DV

Fat
33g
51% DV

Protein
49g
99% DV

Carbs
70g
23% DV

Fiber
21g
86% DV