Flavorful Beef Chili Delight
This beef chili is my family's favorite! It's hearty, full of deep flavors, and perfect for meal prep or cozy nights in. Trust me, you'll want to make extra!
Ingredients
- 2.5 pounds 85% lean ground beef
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 3/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 large yellow onion minced
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium red bell pepper minced
- 2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
- 1 tablespoon chipotle chile powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon optional
- 2 tablespoons cornmeal
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 can crushed tomatoes 28 oz
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon molasses optional
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, baking soda, and one tablespoon of water. Use your hands to mix this together thoroughly and let it sit for 20 minutes.
- Heat avocado oil in a big pot over medium heat. Add the minced onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened and aromatic.
- Increase the heat to high, add the beef mixture, and use a wooden spoon to break it into smaller pieces. Cook until the beef is evenly browned, around 10 to 12 minutes.
- Stir in the ancho and chipotle chile powders, cumin, oregano, coriander, smoked paprika, and cinnamon if using. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until the spices are fragrant.
- Mix in the cornmeal, beef broth, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and molasses if desired. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and cover, letting it simmer for 2 hours.
- After simmering, skim off excess fat from the top of the chili. Stir in the lime juice and taste for seasoning, adjusting as necessary. If the chili is too thick, add a splash of water to thin it out.
Notes
This chili is a fantastic option for meal prep and tastes even better the next day. Freezing is also an option; save some for later!