Basic Spicy Chili
Description: This is a basic chili recipe, but my favorite. Since I am a vegetarian, I omit the beef and add more beans for a great meatless chili. I also add more hot sauce for extra kick. This chili is great served with sour cream and/or cheese.
Recipe Category: Beans
Keywords: Meat, Southwestern U.S., Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Winter, < 60 Mins, Stove Top
Servings: 6
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 1/4 | Ground Beef |
| 3 | Onions |
| 1 | Tomato Juice |
| 1 | Whole Tomatoes |
| 3 | Kidney Beans |
| 4 | Chili Powder |
| 1/4 | Baking Soda |
| 1/8 | Hot Sauce (optional) |
| 1 | Water |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 410.6
- Fat Content: 16.2g
- Saturated Fat Content: 5.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 64.3mg
- Sodium Content: 1133.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 41.9g
- Fiber Content: 10.6g
- Sugar Content: 16.8g
- Protein Content: 28.3g
Instructions:
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In a large skillet, sauté beef and onions together until beef is browned.
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Drain beef and add to a large soup pot (this step can be skipped if you wish to brown the beef in the soup pot).
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Add tomato juice and simmer over medium heat.
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Add tomatoes (with their juice), crushing between fingers to break apart.
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Add kidney beans, chili powder (the entire 4 tablespoons may be a bit much for some people, so start out small and add to taste), and optional hot sauce.
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After the mixture comes to a simmer, add baking soda (the baking soda will help cut down the acidity of the tomatoes).
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Simmer for about 20-30 minutes, adding water if necessary to thin out the chili.
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Taste for seasoning.
This basic spicy chili recipe is perfect for a cozy winter evening or a quick weeknight meal. With its hearty beans and flavorful spices, it’s sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate. Feel free to customize it to your liking by adjusting the amount of chili powder and hot sauce. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of cheese for a comforting meal that will warm you from the inside out. Enjoy! 🌶️🥣
