Zesty Chili Recipe
🕒 Cook Time: 1 hour
🕒 Prep Time: 30 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Description:
This recipe, inspired by a Del Monte original, is a flavorful twist on traditional chili, constantly evolving into something even better! With a zesty blend of meats, beans, and spices, it’s sure to become a favorite in your household.
Recipe Category:
One Dish Meal
Keywords:
Meat, Less than 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1/2 | Bacon |
| 1 | Ground beef |
| 1 | Ground pork |
| 1 | Onion |
| 3 | Garlic cloves |
| 1/2 | Water |
| 1 | Cayenne pepper |
| 1 | Fresh ground black pepper |
| 1 | Bay leaf |
| 1 | Chili powder |
| 2 | Ground cumin |
| 2 | Dried oregano |
| 1 | Kidney beans |
| 1 | Black beans |
| 2 | Tomatoes |
| 1 | Tomato paste |
| 26 oz | Bell pepper |
| 1 | Sugar |
| 1 | Sea salt |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 572
- Fat: 34.5g
- Saturated Fat: 12.3g
- Cholesterol: 111.2mg
- Sodium: 976.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 27.8g
- Fiber: 8.8g
- Sugar: 5.8g
- Protein: 38g
Recipe Instructions:
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In a large, heavy pot, fry the bacon over medium heat, stirring frequently, until browned and slightly crispy. Remove excess fat, leaving about 2 tablespoons in the pot.
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Add the ground beef and pork to the pot, stirring occasionally, and cook until almost done.
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Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic, continuing to cook until the onions are slightly translucent.
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Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to a simmer.
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Add the cayenne pepper, black pepper, bay leaf, chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, and fresh tomatoes to the pot. Allow the chili to simmer for about 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
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Incorporate the kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, sliced bell peppers, sugar, and sea salt into the pot. Continue to simmer for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Serve hot, garnished with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, diced onions, sour cream, or chopped cilantro.
Additional Notes:
- If ground beef or pork is unavailable, you can use pre-chopped meats typically used for stir-fry dishes. Simply chop them a bit more and proceed with the recipe as directed.
Enjoy this zesty chili recipe with friends and family, perfect for cozy nights in or gatherings with loved ones!
