Party Chili Recipe 🌶️
Overview:
- Name: Party Chili
- Description: This is a perfect dish for any gathering or party, offering a hearty and flavorful option for guests to enjoy.
- Keywords: Grains, Beans, Meat, Potluck, Spicy, Weeknight, For Large Groups, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
- Recipe Category: Pork
- Servings: 15
- Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 504.1
- Fat: 30.6g
- Saturated Fat: 10.5g
- Cholesterol: 84.4mg
- Sodium: 303.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 29.2g
- Fiber: 8.9g
- Sugar: 4.4g
- Protein: 29.4g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/3 | Green Bell Peppers |
| 2 | Onions |
| 4 | Garlic Cloves |
| 3 | Sprigs Flat Leaf Parsley |
| 1 | lb Beef Chuck |
| 3 | tbsp Chili Powder |
| 1 | lb Tomatoes |
| 1 | lb Pinto Beans |
| 1/2 | tsp Fresh Ground Black Pepper |
| 1 | tbsp Cumin Seeds |
| 2 | tbsp Cornmeal |
| 2 | tbsp Masa Harina |
| 1 1/2 | tsp Salt |
| Cooking Oil |
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Start by preparing the ingredients. Dice the green bell peppers, onions, and garlic cloves finely. Chop the flat leaf parsley and set aside.
- Cut the beef chuck into small cubes, ensuring they are evenly sized for even cooking.
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Saute Vegetables:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the diced green bell peppers, onions, garlic, and chopped parsley.
- Saute the vegetables, tossing often with a wooden spatula, until the onions and peppers are wilted and aromatic. Set aside.
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Cook Meat:
- In a large kettle, heat the remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add the cubed beef chuck and pork, and saute for at least 15 minutes, breaking up the meat with a spatula to ensure it cooks evenly.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Add the sauteed vegetables to the meat mixture in the kettle, stirring to combine.
- Stir in the chili powder, diced tomatoes (including their juices), beef or vegetable stock, and 2 cups of cold water. Mix well to incorporate all ingredients.
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Simmer:
- Bring the chili mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to very low. Cover the kettle tightly and simmer for approximately 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld together.
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Add Beans and Seasonings:
- After 1 hour of simmering, stir in the drained and rinsed pinto beans, freshly ground black pepper, and cumin seeds. Continue simmering, uncovered, for an additional 30 minutes to allow the beans to heat through and the flavors to develop further.
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Thicken Chili:
- Gradually sift in the cornmeal and masa harina, a little at a time, stirring continuously to prevent lumps from forming. Simmer for another 15 minutes to allow the chili to thicken to your desired consistency.
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Season and Serve:
- Taste the chili and season with salt to your preference. Serve hot in deep bowls, garnished with optional toppings such as grated Monterey Jack cheese, sliced jalapenos, or a dollop of sour cream.
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Storage Tips:
- This chili can be made up to a day in advance and refrigerated, allowing the flavors to develop even further. Simply reheat gently on the stove before serving.
- If you wish to freeze the chili for future use, do so before adding the beans. Thaw and reheat the chili, then proceed with the remaining steps as directed.
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Enjoy!
- This hearty and flavorful party chili is sure to be a hit at any gathering or potluck. Serve alongside your favorite toppings and enjoy the delicious combination of spices and textures!
