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Spicy Beef & Bean Chili

Spicy Beef & Bean Chili

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This Spicy Beef & Bean Chili is a bold, flavorful dish perfect for chilly evenings or game-day gatherings. The combination of slow-cooked beef, smoky paprika, fiery peppers, and hearty beans creates a rich, warming meal that’s both satisfying and easy to make. It’s even better the next day, making it ideal for meal prep or entertaining.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4
Calories 906 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large onion finely chopped
  • 1 tbsp paprika smoked or sweet, depending on preference
  • 500 g beef roast
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 jalapeños finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
  • 1 habanero finely chopped (optional, for extra heat)
  • 1 poblano pepper roasted, peeled & blended with a bit of water (for poblano liquid)
  • 400 g canned chopped tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato puree
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt to taste
  • 400 g mixed beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing

To Serve:

  • 1 dl grated cheddar cheese
  • 1 dl chopped spring onions
  • 200 g nachos or tortilla chips
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Instructions
 

Sauté Base

  • Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent.

Spice & Meat

  • Cut the beef in small cubes. Peel and crush garlics.
  • Stir in paprika, then add ground beef. Cook until browned.
  • Add garlic, jalapeño, and habanero (if using). Cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Add Tomatoes & Flavorings

  • Stir in chopped tomatoes, tomato puree, and the poblano liquid. Season with coriander, sugar, salt, and pepper.

Simmer slowly

  • Bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, cover loosely, and let it stew gently for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

It is time for beans

  • Stir in the mixed beans. Simmer for an additional 10–15 minutes to warm through and meld flavors.

Serve and garnish

  • Ladle chili into bowls. Top with grated cheddar, chopped spring onion, and serve with nachos or tortilla chips on the side.

Nutrition

Calories: 906kcalCarbohydrates: 72gProtein: 42gFat: 52gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 21gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 114mgSodium: 1147mgPotassium: 1296mgFiber: 14gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 942IUVitamin C: 58mgCalcium: 352mgIron: 8mg
Keyword Spicy Bean Chili
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