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Easy Beef Chili

Discover how to make this Easy Beef Chili, a comforting and nutrient-rich stew packed with protein, fiber, and antioxidants.
Course chili, Main Course
Cuisine American, homemade, tex-mex
Keyword beef, chili, comfort food, spicy
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4 portions
Calories 568kcal
Author missblasco

Equipment

  • Regular pot

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground beef
  • 15 oz Cooked purple beans Drained.
  • 14 oz Crushed tomatoes.
  • 1 cup Vegetable broth
  • 1 cup Red onion chopped (Approx. 1 medium onion).
  • 1/2 cup Green bell pepper chopped (Approx. 1 small-to-medium pepper).
  • 1/2 cup Spring onion Green part only, sliced.
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 pinch sea salt
  • 1 pinch freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • ½ tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • Fresh cilantro to garnish

Instructions

  • Finely chop the vegetables.
  • In a large pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the garlic, red onion, and green bell pepper with a pinch of salt.
  • Once the vegetables are soft, add the ground beef and cook until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the spices (paprika, chili powder, and cumin). Stir well but do not let them burn.
  • Add the drained beans and mix gently.
  • Stir in the crushed tomatoes and vegetable broth. Mix to combine.
  • Let simmer for 5 minutes, then add the sliced green part of the spring onion.
  • Cook for another 10 minutes over low heat.
  • Remove from heat and let the chili rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  • Serve hot in a bowl and garnish with fresh cilantro.

Notes

  • Chili tastes even better the next day, as the flavors have more time to develop.
  • If you like it spicier, add more chili powder or fresh chili peppers. For a milder version, reduce the spice level.
  • A squeeze of lime or lemon juice before serving adds freshness and helps with iron absorption.
  • Add more vegetables like zucchini, carrots, or even sweet potato for extra nutrition and color.

Nutrition

Calories: 568kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 1116mg | Potassium: 1898mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 2160IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 115mg | Iron: 9mg