Description
Hearty Mexican-inspired chili delivers rich, robust flavors that dance across your palate with bold spices and tender meat. Packed with deep comfort and zesty warmth, this chili promises a delicious journey through classic southwestern cuisine you’ll savor with every satisfying spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound lean ground beef
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1–2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Liquids and Sauces:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 3/4 cups (14.5 ounces) low sodium beef broth
- 28 ounces fire roasted crushed tomatoes
Beans:
- 15 ounces red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 15 ounces pinto beans (or black beans), rinsed and drained
Toppings:
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Sour cream
- Avocado
- Chopped red or green onions
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a substantial pot over medium heat, introducing chopped onions and sautéing until translucent and tender.
- Incorporate ground beef, methodically crumbling and browning the meat, carefully eliminating any surplus grease.
- Introduce minced garlic and aromatic spices, including chili powder, cumin, brown sugar, oregano, salt, and black pepper, stirring vigorously for approximately one minute to intensify flavors.
- Blend tomato paste thoroughly into the meat mixture, then gradually incorporate beef broth, crushed tomatoes, and beans, ensuring comprehensive integration.
- Elevate mixture to a gentle simmer, then diminish heat to low, covering the pot and allowing the chili to meld and develop rich flavors for 25-35 minutes, intermittently stirring to prevent scorching.
- Conduct a flavor assessment, calibrating seasonings as desired, and present with complementary garnishes such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.
Notes
- Enhance flavor depth by letting the chili simmer longer, which allows spices to meld and intensify the overall taste profile.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting chili powder or adding fresh jalapeños for those who enjoy extra spiciness.
- Reduce fat content by using lean ground beef or substituting with ground turkey for a lighter protein option.
- Make the recipe vegetarian-friendly by replacing beef with plant-based crumbles or additional beans like black or kidney varieties.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 302 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 290 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg