This recipe combines traditional chili ingredients with a few unexpected additions to take your taste buds on a flavorful journey. Perfect for cozy nights in or game day gatherings, this chili is sure to become a go-to favorite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1/2 cup beer (optional)
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- Toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, cilantro
Directions
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the pot and cook until the vegetables are softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Pour in the beef broth, beer, and tomato paste, stirring to combine all ingredients.
- Simmer the chili over low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, and cilantro.
Interesting Facts
Adding beer to chili can enhance the depth of flavor and add a subtle bitterness to balance out the richness of the dish.
Chili is often even better the next day as the flavors have had time to meld together.
Chili competitions are held all over the United States, with participants vying for the title of best chili cook.