Hearty Chili
Hearty Chili is the perfect comfort food that warms you up with tender ground beef, wholesome beans, and a blend of spices.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 450 g ground beef Use lean ground beef for less grease.
- 1 can (400 g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (400 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (400 g) diced tomatoes
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder Adjust based on spice preference.
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 litre beef broth Use low-sodium for less salt.
Optional Toppings
- shredded cheese For a creamy texture.
- sour cream To balance the spices.
- chopped green onions
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, and let the spices infuse for a minute.
- Add kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir well to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for at least 30 minutes.
- For a Crock Pot, transfer after browning the beef, add all ingredients, and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- For an Instant Pot, add ingredients after browning beef and cook on high pressure for 10 minutes.
- Serve hot with optional toppings.
Notes
For added heat, include chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce. For a vegetarian version, substitute lentils or vegetables for ground beef. A teaspoon of sugar or honey can balance tomato acidity.