Beef Chili
Hearty beef chili packed with smoky chipotle, savory spices, and tender vegetables.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
½ onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 chipotle pepper in adobo, chopped
1 Tbsp adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
½ red bell pepper, diced
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
1 cup beef broth
1 Tbsp tomato paste
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp chili powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Lime wedges (for serving, optional)
Macronutrients
Protein: 110g
Fat: 90g
Carbs: 35g
Preparation
Cook the beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the ground beef (1 lb). Cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if needed and set aside.
Sauté the aromatics: In the same pot, add diced onion (½), minced garlic (2 cloves), and chopped chipotle pepper (1). Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is softened and the garlic is fragrant.
Add vegetables and spices: Stir in diced red bell pepper (½), smoked paprika (½ tsp), cumin (½ tsp), oregano (¼ tsp), and chili powder (¼ tsp). Cook for another 2 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Combine and simmer: Return the cooked beef to the pot. Add diced tomatoes (1 can), beef broth (1 cup), tomato paste (1 Tbsp), and adobo sauce (1 Tbsp). Mix well, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the chili thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve: Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro (¼ cup). Serve with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.
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