Description
This hearty and flavorful chili, packed with lean ground beef, vegetables, and spices, is the perfect dish for chili lovers who prefer a meat-heavy option without the beans. Top it off with your favorite toppings for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
For the chili:
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 pounds lean ground beef
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1 white onion, diced
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1 green pepper, diced
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1 jalapeño, seeded and diced
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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2 teaspoons cumin
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1 teaspoon paprika
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2 tablespoons mild chili powder
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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6 ounces tomato paste
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2 tablespoons cornmeal
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1 (28-ounce) can chunky tomato puree (or diced tomatoes)
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2 cups beef stock
For the toppings:
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Sliced scallions
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Sour cream
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Grated cheddar cheese
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Tortilla chips
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Diced avocado
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Diced onion
Instructions
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Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart as it cooks. Once browned, drain any excess fat.
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Add the diced onion, green pepper, jalapeño, and garlic to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until the vegetables soften.
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Stir in the cumin, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another 2 minutes to allow the spices to bloom.
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Add the tomato paste and cornmeal to the mixture, stirring well to combine.
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Pour in the tomato puree (or diced tomatoes) and beef stock. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chili thickens.
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Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or spices if desired.
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Serve the chili hot with your choice of toppings, such as scallions, sour cream, grated cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, diced avocado, and diced onion.
- Enjoy your delicious, no-bean chili!
Notes
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For a spicier chili, increase the number of jalapeños or add some hot sauce.
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If you prefer a thicker chili, you can add a little more cornmeal to the mixture.
- This chili can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American