Preparation Time
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds of ground beef
- 1 garlic clove
- Black pepper, to taste
- Sazon Perfecta seasoning
- 2 cups medium-size pasta shells
- ¼ cup oil
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons granulated Knorr chicken bouillon
- 4 tablespoons granulated Knorr tomato bouillon
- 3 diced serrano chiles
- Half of an onion
- 1 can of Rotel
- A handful of chopped cilantro
- Garlic and onion powder, to taste
- 2 packets of red Sazon
- 1 bay leaf
Directions
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add ground beef, garlic, onion, and serrano chiles. Cook until beef is browned.
- Stir in garlic and onion powder, black pepper, Sazon Perfecta, and both Knorr bouillons. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Add Rotel, bay leaf, and water. Bring to a boil.
- Add pasta shells and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Remove the bay leaf, garnish with cilantro, and serve.
Cook Notes
- Adjust seasoning as needed, depending on your taste preference and the brands of bouillons used.
- The pasta can be cooked in a separate pot to avoid over-absorption of the sauce, if preferred.
Variations
- Vegetarian Version: Substitute ground beef with a plant-based meat alternative.
- Spicy Version: Add extra serrano chiles or a dash of hot sauce.
Keto Version
Replace pasta shells with a keto-friendly pasta alternative like zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles.
Low-Carb Version
Use low-carb pasta shells and increase the amount of ground beef for a protein-rich meal.
Nutritional Information
While exact nutritional values can vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes, a general estimate per serving is as follows:
- Calories: 350-400
- Carbohydrates: 35-40g (Note: Lower for Keto and Low-Carb versions)
- Protein: 20-25g
- Fat: 15-20g
- Fiber: 2-3g
- Sugar: 2-4g
Remember, these values are approximate. For precise nutritional information, it’s best to calculate based on the specific brands and quantities of ingredients you use.
