Brown the Meat: In a pan with thick and high sides, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground meat and fry until the liquid evaporates and the meat starts to brown.
2 teaspoons Olive Oil, 20 oz Minced Beef
Season: Add paprika, granulated garlic, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
1 teaspoons Garlic Powder, Chili Pepper Flakes, 1 teaspoons Smoked Paprika, salt, Black Pepper
Intensify Tomato Sauce: Add tomato sauce to the pan and fry for a few minutes to enhance its flavor.
1 can Canned Tomatoes
Simmer: Add ½ cup of water, mix well, and let it simmer covered on low heat for 15 minutes.
½ cup Water
Add Beans: Stir in the can of beans with its liquid and cook covered for another 10 minutes.
1 can Canned Red Beans
Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust for salt and spiciness. Let it boil for 5 more minutes.
Garnish: Turn off the heat and sprinkle with finely chopped cilantro.
Serve: Enjoy hot with corn chips on the side for added crunch.
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