Dynamites Recipe

Lean ground beef: Provides the main protein and a rich, meaty flavor.

Green bell peppers: Adds a fresh, slightly sweet taste and serves as the edible container for the beef mixture.

Onion: Enhances the dish with a mild, sweet flavor when cooked.

Garlic: Adds a pungent, aromatic depth to the beef mixture.

Tomato sauce: Brings a tangy, rich base to the filling.

Chili powder: Adds a spicy kick and depth of flavor.

Salt: Enhances all the other flavors in the dish.

Black pepper: Adds a mild heat and complexity to the seasoning.

When cooking the ground beef, make sure to break it up into small pieces using a wooden spoon or spatula. This ensures even browning and better texture in the final dish. Additionally, when adding the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cook them just until the onion becomes translucent to avoid overcooking and losing their flavor. For a richer taste, consider using a high-quality tomato sauce and freshly ground black pepper. Finally, when stuffing the green bell peppers, pack the beef mixture tightly to ensure each bite is flavorful and satisfying.

• lean ground beef - Substitute with ground turkey: Ground turkey is a leaner option and has a similar texture and flavor profile.

• green bell peppers - Substitute with red bell peppers: Red bell peppers are sweeter and provide a different flavor dimension while maintaining the same texture.

• chopped onion - Substitute with shallots: Shallots offer a milder and slightly sweeter taste compared to onions.

• minced garlic - Substitute with garlic powder: Garlic powder can be used in a pinch and provides a similar garlicky flavor.

• tomato sauce - Substitute with crushed tomatoes: Crushed tomatoes offer a chunkier texture and a fresher tomato flavor.

• chili powder - Substitute with paprika: Paprika provides a milder heat and a smoky flavor, which can be a good alternative.

• salt - Substitute with soy sauce: Soy sauce adds saltiness along with a depth of umami flavor.

• black pepper - Substitute with white pepper: White pepper has a similar heat but a slightly different, more earthy flavor.

• Allow the dynamites to cool completely before storing. This helps prevent condensation, which can make the bell peppers soggy.
• Transfer the cooled dynamites to an airtight container. If stacking, place a piece of parchment paper between layers to avoid sticking.
• Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until heated through.
• For freezing, wrap each stuffed pepper individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. This helps maintain their shape and prevents freezer burn.
• Place the wrapped dynamites in a freezer-safe bag or container. Label with the date for easy tracking.
• Freeze for up to 2-3 months. When ready to enjoy, thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
• Reheat thawed dynamites in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through. For a quicker option, microwave on medium power until warm, though this may result in a softer texture.

• Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the leftover dynamites in an oven-safe dish.
  3. Cover the dish with aluminum foil to prevent drying out.
  4. Heat for about 20-25 minutes, or until the green bell peppers are heated through and the ground beef mixture is hot.

• Microwave Method:

  1. Place the dynamites on a microwave-safe plate.
  2. Cover with a microwave-safe lid or microwave-safe plastic wrap, leaving a small vent for steam to escape.
  3. Heat on medium power for 2-3 minutes. Check the temperature and stir the ground beef mixture if necessary.
  4. Continue heating in 1-minute increments until thoroughly heated.

• Stovetop Method:

  1. Remove the ground beef mixture from the green bell peppers and place it in a skillet.
  2. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot.
  3. For the green bell peppers, you can steam them separately or add them to the skillet for the last few minutes of heating.

• Air Fryer Method:

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place the dynamites in the air fryer basket.
  3. Heat for 5-7 minutes, checking halfway through to ensure they are heating evenly.
  4. If needed, extend the heating time by a couple of minutes until the green bell peppers are tender and the ground beef mixture is hot.

• Sous Vide Method:

  1. Place the dynamites in a vacuum-sealed bag or a resealable plastic bag using the water displacement method.
  2. Set your sous vide machine to 140°F (60°C).
  3. Submerge the bag in the water bath and heat for about 1 hour.
  4. Remove from the bag and serve immediately.

• Oven: Used to bake the stuffed bell peppers until they are tender.

• Skillet: Used to cook the ground beef, onions, and garlic.

• Spatula: Used to stir and mix the ingredients in the skillet.

• Cutting board: Used as a surface to chop the onions and prepare the bell peppers.

• Knife: Used to chop the onions and cut the tops off the bell peppers.

• Measuring cups: Used to measure the tomato sauce and other ingredients accurately.

• Measuring spoons: Used to measure the chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

• Baking dish: Used to hold the stuffed bell peppers while they bake in the oven.

• Mixing bowl: Optional, but can be used to mix the beef mixture before stuffing the peppers.

• Garlic press: Optional, but can be used to mince the garlic cloves efficiently.

Prepare ingredients in advance: Chop the onion and mince the garlic ahead of time. This will streamline your cooking process.

Use pre-made tomato sauce: Opt for a quality store-bought tomato sauce to save time on preparation.

Batch cook ground beef: Cook extra ground beef and freeze portions for future use, reducing cooking time for this and other recipes.

Microwave bell peppers: Pre-cook the green bell peppers in the microwave for a few minutes to reduce oven baking time.