Dynamites Recipe

Ground beef: Provides the hearty base for the filling.

Green bell pepper: Adds a fresh, slightly bitter flavor and crunch.

Red bell pepper: Contributes a sweet and vibrant taste.

Onion: Enhances the overall flavor with its sweetness and aroma.

Garlic: Adds a pungent and savory depth to the dish.

Tomato sauce: Brings a rich and tangy element to the mixture.

Salt: Essential for seasoning and enhancing flavors.

Black pepper: Adds a mild heat and depth of flavor.

Red pepper flakes: Optional, for those who like an extra kick of spice.

Hoagie rolls: The perfect vessel for serving the flavorful filling.

When browning the ground beef, make sure to break it up into small crumbles to ensure even cooking and better texture. For added depth of flavor, allow the beef to develop a slight crust before stirring. When adding the chopped peppers, onion, and garlic, sauté them until they are just tender but still vibrant in color to maintain a slight crunch and enhance the overall texture of the dynamites.

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

• green bell pepper - Substitute with poblano pepper: Poblano peppers offer a mild heat and a slightly smoky flavor, adding a different dimension to the dish.

• red bell pepper - Substitute with yellow bell pepper: Yellow bell peppers are slightly sweeter and provide a similar texture and color contrast.

• onion - Substitute with shallots: Shallots have a milder and slightly sweeter flavor, which can add a subtle complexity to the dish.

• garlic - Substitute with garlic powder: Garlic powder can be used in place of fresh garlic, though it will have a slightly different intensity and texture.

• tomato sauce - Substitute with crushed tomatoes: Crushed tomatoes provide a chunkier texture and a fresher tomato flavor, which can enhance the overall taste.

• salt - Substitute with soy sauce: Soy sauce adds a savory umami flavor and can provide the necessary saltiness with an additional depth of flavor.

• black pepper - Substitute with white pepper: White pepper has a slightly different heat profile and can add a more subtle peppery flavor without the black specks.

• red pepper flakes - Substitute with cayenne pepper: Cayenne pepper provides a similar level of heat and can be used to adjust the spiciness to your preference.

• hoagie rolls - Substitute with ciabatta rolls: Ciabatta rolls have a slightly different texture and a more rustic flavor, which can complement the filling nicely.

• Allow the ground beef mixture to cool completely before storing. This helps prevent condensation, which can lead to soggy hoagie rolls.

• Transfer the cooled mixture into an airtight container. Make sure to leave some space at the top to allow for expansion if you plan to freeze it.

• Label the container with the date and contents. This helps you keep track of how long the dynamites have been stored.

• Store the container in the refrigerator if you plan to consume the dynamites within 3-4 days. For longer storage, place the container in the freezer.

• If freezing, consider portioning the mixture into individual servings. This makes it easier to thaw and reheat only what you need.

• To reheat, transfer the desired amount of dynamites mixture to a microwave-safe dish or a skillet. Heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally to ensure even heating.

• If reheating from frozen, it's best to thaw the mixture in the refrigerator overnight before reheating. This helps maintain the texture and flavor of the vegetables and ground beef.

• For an extra burst of flavor, you can add a fresh sprinkle of red pepper flakes or a dash of salt and black pepper before serving.

• When ready to serve, spoon the reheated mixture into fresh hoagie rolls and enjoy your delicious dynamites hot.

• Oven Method:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Wrap each hoagie roll filled with the dynamite mixture in aluminum foil.
  3. Place the wrapped rolls on a baking sheet and heat for about 15-20 minutes, or until thoroughly warmed.

• Stovetop Method:

  1. Remove the dynamite mixture from the hoagie rolls and place it in a skillet.
  2. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is hot.
  3. Toast the hoagie rolls separately in a toaster or on a skillet.
  4. Reassemble the dynamites and serve.

• Microwave Method:

  1. Place the dynamite mixture in a microwave-safe dish.
  2. Cover with a microwave-safe lid or plastic wrap, leaving a small vent.
  3. Heat on medium power for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  4. Toast the hoagie rolls separately if desired, then reassemble and serve.

• Air Fryer Method:

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Wrap each hoagie roll filled with the dynamite mixture in aluminum foil.
  3. Place the wrapped rolls in the air fryer basket and heat for about 10-12 minutes, or until thoroughly warmed.

• Slow Cooker Method:

  1. Place the dynamite mixture in the slow cooker.
  2. Set the slow cooker to low and heat for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  3. Toast the hoagie rolls separately, then reassemble and serve.

• Skillet: A large, flat-bottomed pan used for cooking the ground beef and sautéing the vegetables.

• Spatula: A tool used to stir and break up the ground beef while it cooks.

• Knife: Essential for chopping the green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and onion.

• Cutting board: A surface on which to chop the vegetables and mince the garlic.

• Garlic press: A tool to easily mince the garlic cloves.

• Measuring spoons: Used to measure out the salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.

• Measuring cup: Used to measure the tomato sauce.

• Wooden spoon: Useful for stirring the mixture as it simmers.

• Colander: Used to drain excess fat from the cooked ground beef.

• Ladle: Handy for spooning the mixture into the hoagie rolls.

• Hoagie rolls: The bread used to serve the dynamite mixture.

Pre-chop vegetables: Chop the green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and onion in advance and store them in the fridge.

Use pre-minced garlic: Save time by using store-bought pre-minced garlic.

Cook in batches: Brown the ground beef in larger quantities and freeze portions for future use.

One-pan method: Cook the ground beef and vegetables in the same skillet to reduce cleanup time.

Simmer while prepping: Let the tomato sauce mixture simmer while you prepare the hoagie rolls and set the table.