Description
Rich and hearty beef chili delights palates with its robust blend of spices and tender meat. Comfort comes alive in this classic dish that warms hearts and satisfies hungry souls at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 1 can kidney beans, drained
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) beef broth
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Cooking Base:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious cooking vessel over medium temperature, introducing diced onions and finely chopped garlic. Sauté until aromatics become translucent and fragrant.
- Incorporate ground beef into the pot, browning the meat thoroughly while breaking it into crumbly pieces. Eliminate excess rendered fat through careful draining.
- Generously sprinkle a blend of robust spices – chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper. Toast the spices for approximately 2 minutes to intensify their flavors.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and rich beef broth. Elevate heat until liquid reaches a vigorous boil, creating a harmonious mixture.
- Minimize flame to low, cover the pot, and allow the chili to gently simmer for 30 minutes. This slow-cooking process enables ingredients to meld and develop deep, complex flavors.
- Transfer the hearty chili into serving bowls, offering optional garnishes like shredded cheese, dollops of tangy sour cream, or freshly chopped green onions for added texture and visual appeal.
Notes
- Customize heat levels by adjusting cayenne pepper quantity, allowing personalized spice experiences for different taste preferences.
- Enhance protein content by mixing ground beef with lean ground turkey for a healthier protein alternative.
- Use low-sodium beef broth and rinse canned beans to reduce overall sodium levels, creating a heart-friendly version of the classic chili.
- Optimize flavor development by preparing chili a day ahead, allowing spices and ingredients to intensify and blend more deeply overnight.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 445 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 33 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg