Description
Michael Symon’s hearty chili brings robust flavors from Cleveland’s culinary scene. Spicy beef, aromatic spices, and rich ingredients combine for a satisfying meal you’ll savor with excitement.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs (907 g) lean ground beef
- 14 ½ oz (411 g) crushed tomatoes
- 19 oz (539 g) kidney beans, drained & rinsed
- 14 ½ oz (411 g) diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 ½ cups (355 ml) beef broth
- 1 cup (237 ml) beer
- 1 onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
- 1 green bell pepper, seeded and diced
- 2 ½ tbsps (37.5 ml) chili powder
- 1 tsp (5 ml) cumin
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) tomato paste
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) brown sugar (optional)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Seasoning Preparation: Thoroughly massage chile powder into ground beef, ensuring comprehensive spice integration.
- Aromatics and Meat Sautéing: Caramelize garlic, jalapeño, and onion in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook until completely browned, meticulously draining excess fat.
- Liquid Integration and Initial Cooking: Introduce remaining ingredients, stirring to create a harmonious blend. Bring the mixture to a robust boil, then immediately reduce to a gentle simmer.
- Simmering and Flavor Development: Cover the saucepan and allow chili to slowly develop depth, stirring occasionally to prevent burning. Cook for 45-60 minutes until the mixture reaches a rich, thick consistency.
- Serving and Garnishing: Ladle chili into warm bowls, embellishing with optional toppings like sharp cheddar cheese, verdant green onions, fresh cilantro, or creamy sour cream to elevate the dish’s flavor profile and visual presentation.
Notes
- Meat Selection Matters: Choose high-quality ground beef with 80/20 fat content for optimal flavor and juiciness, preventing dry chili.
- Spice Balancing Technique: Adjust chile powder gradually and taste while cooking to control heat intensity and prevent overwhelming spiciness.
- Simmering Secret: Allow chili to develop deep, rich flavors by maintaining low, consistent heat during the 45-60 minute cooking process.
- Topping Transformation: Experiment with different garnishes like pickled jalapeños, crispy bacon bits, or fresh avocado to elevate the chili’s overall taste profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg