American Beef Chili
8 servings
120 minutes
American-style chili is a hearty and rich dish with roots in Mexican and Texan cuisine. It combines the rich flavor of beef with the spicy heat of seasonings and the tenderness of beans. Sautéed vegetables and spices add depth to the aroma, while slow cooking reveals a full palette of flavors. Tomatoes add a slight tang that softens the intensity of the spices. This is an ideal dish for cozy family dinners or friendly gatherings, especially in cold weather. Chili pairs wonderfully with cornbread, rice, or sour cream to balance its spiciness. Each bite is a harmony of flavors that warms the soul and awakens the appetite.
1
Chop the onion and bell pepper, seeded. In a thick-walled pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, and half a teaspoon of salt. Sauté for 7 minutes until the vegetables are soft. Add chopped garlic and sauté for another 15 seconds.
- Onion: 2 heads
- Red sweet pepper: 1 piece
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
- Chili powder: to taste
- Ground cumin (zira): 1 tablespoon
- Ground cayenne pepper: 0.5 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Garlic: 6 cloves
2
Add the minced meat and increase the heat. Cook, breaking up the meat with a spoon, for about 10 minutes until it changes color. Rinse the beans and add them to the minced meat, then add the tomatoes with juice, puree, and another half teaspoon of salt. Bring to a boil, cover with a lid, and simmer for 45 minutes.
- Ground beef: 900 g
- Canned red beans: 850 g
- Canned tomatoes in pieces: 800 g
- Tomato puree: 800 g
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
3
Remove the lid and continue to simmer until the filling is soft - about 45 minutes. Season with ground black pepper before serving.