Mexican-Style Beef Meatloaf with Chipotle Glaze, Roasted Paprika Potatoes, and Sautéed Peppers

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).

2. 2

   In a large bowl, combine 500g ground beef, 1 egg, 50g breadcrumbs, 1 teaspoon cumin, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon chipotle in adobo sauce, and 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro. Mix until just combined.

3. 3

   Shape the mixture into a loaf and place it on a lined baking tray.

4. 4

   In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon chipotle in adobo sauce, 1 tablespoon tomato paste, and 1 tablespoon brown sugar to make the glaze. Spread the glaze evenly over the meatloaf.

5. 5

   Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until cooked through.

6. 6

   While the meatloaf bakes, cut 400g potatoes into bite-sized cubes. Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.

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   Spread the potatoes on a baking sheet and roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy.

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   Slice 200g mixed bell peppers into strips. Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, add a splash of olive oil if desired, and sauté the peppers for 5-7 minutes until tender and slightly charred. Season with salt and pepper.

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   Once everything is cooked, slice the meatloaf and serve with roasted paprika potatoes and sautéed peppers. Garnish with the remaining 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro.

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    Enjoy your Mexican-Style Beef Meatloaf with Chipotle Glaze, Roasted Paprika Potatoes, and Sautéed Peppers!