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Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 Tbsp all-purpose unbleached flour
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1-1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 12 oz red sofrito, storebought (make sure the brand you buy is all-natural) or homemade
- 14.5-oz can petite diced tomato
- 1 cup chicken stock, storebought low-sodium or homemade
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1152g | |
| Calories 1542 | |
| Calories from Fat 809 | 52% |
| Total Fat 90.51g | 113% |
| Saturated Fat 2.29g | 9% |
| Trans Fat 0.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4315mg | 180% |
| Potassium 1819mg | 52% |
| Total Carbs 55.58g | 15% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.3g | 34% |
| Sugars 4.57g | 3% |
| Protein 49.74g | 80% |
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