Prep time
10 mins
Total cook time
50 mins
Serves
8 people
Level
Easy
About the recipe
Looking for a chili that’s rich, hearty, and packed with bold flavor? This French twist on this classic, slow-cooks to perfection, blending aromatic spices, and tender chuck of meat that sets it apart. Come discover the recipe that will warm your soul!
Ingredients
The Bases
● 2.5 cups (500 g) of tender beef cut in small bite size pieces
● 1 red onion chopped
● ½ red pepper chopped
● 5 garlic cloves chopped
• 1 ¾ cup (450 g) canned or fresh tomatoes cut in ½ pieces
• 1 cup (150 g) canned corn
• 2 cups (300 g) canned red beans
The Spices
• 4 tsp of sugar
• 1.5 tsp cumin
• 3 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp chili/cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp curcumin
• salt and pepper to taste
Extras
• your favorite shredded cheese
• sour cream
• rice
Preparation
1. If desiring to eat the chili with rice, begin cooking it now.
2. In a large pot, sauté the onion, garlic, and red pepper in oil on medium for 5 minutes
3. Add the beef and sauté for another 5 minutes. It will not be fully cooked in this step.
4. Add the remaining ingredients (except for the beans and “Extras”) and cook on medium for 10 minutes.
5. Add the beans, cover, and simmer on low for another 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Re-season as necessary, serve in bowls, and sprinkle with cracked pepper, shredded cheese, and sour cream.
7. This chili refrigerates well for 5 days or it can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
