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Chili

Cultural Context

Chili is a staple dish in American cuisine, particularly associated with Tex-Mex and Southwestern cooking. It has roots in the early 20th century and is often served at gatherings, competitions, and as comfort food. Variations abound, with some regions favoring beans while others do not, leading to spirited debates about the 'true' chili recipe.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 1/4 lbs ground beef
1 onion
1 jalapeno pepper
2 poblano peppers
garlic
salt
chili seasoning
2 cans chili beans

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often cheaper.

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans are more nutritious, while pinto beans are usually less expensive.

1

Start by dicing the onion and placing it in a bowl.

2

Cut the jalapeno and poblano peppers into strips and then dice them up.

3

Preheat the pot and add a little ghee to it.

4

Add 2 1/4 lbs of ground beef to the hot pot and let it brown.

5

Season the beef with salt as it cooks.

6

Once the beef is browned, remove it from the pot and set aside.

7

Add the diced onions, jalapeno, and poblano peppers to the pot and sauté until softened.

8

Stir in the chili seasoning and add the two cans of chili beans to the mixture.

Cooking Techniques

browningsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

hot potknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Chili con CarneChili Beans

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