Description
Classic Mexican chili celebrates rich, hearty flavors with tender beef, robust spices, and deep tomato base. Comfort arrives perfectly balanced, inviting diners to savor each satisfying spoonful of warmth and depth.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 2 pounds ground beef
Vegetables:
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Beans:
- 1 (15 ounces/425 grams) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 ounces/425 grams) can black beans, drained and rinsed
Tomato Base:
- 1 (15 ounces/425 grams) can tomato sauce
- 1 (14.5 ounces/411 grams) can diced tomatoes
Spices:
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups beef broth
Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Chopped cilantro
- Jalapenos
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious cooking vessel over medium-high temperature, then introduce ground beef and thoroughly brown the meat, breaking it into small crumbles.
- Incorporate finely diced onions and crushed garlic, sautéing until vegetables become translucent and fragrant.
- Sprinkle aromatic spices including chili powder, cumin, and paprika, allowing them to bloom and release intense flavors for approximately 60 seconds.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, rich tomato sauce, and robust beef broth, gradually elevating the mixture to a gentle, bubbling simmer.
- Gently fold kidney and black beans into the developing chili, enhancing the texture and protein content. Season generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and allow the chili to meld and develop complex flavors for 35-40 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent bottom scorching.
- Once liquid has slightly reduced and ingredients have harmonized, remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes.
- Ladle into warm bowls and adorn with preferred garnishes such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier chili.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a lighter, diet-friendly version.
- Toast spices briefly before adding liquids to enhance their depth and release more complex flavors.
- Let chili rest for 15-20 minutes after cooking to allow flavors to meld and develop a richer taste profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg