Grass-Fed Beef (or Wild Game) Chili
This hearty and comforting Organic Grass-Fed Beef Chili is a family favorite, perfect for cozy fall and winter nights. It makes fantastic leftovers and pairs beautifully with cornbread or corn muffins.
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 Medium organic yellow onions, finely chopped
- 1 Medium organic red bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and finely chopped
- 6 Cloves organic garlic, minced
- ¼ Cup organic chili powder
- 1 Tablespoon organic ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon organic cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon sea salt, divided
- 2 lbs organic grass-fed ground beef or wild game ground elk or deer work too!
- 1 (6 oz) can organic tomato paste
- 1 (30 oz) can organic dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (28 oz) can organic diced tomatoes
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: Heat 2 tbsp organic olive oil (or organic ghee) in a large pot over medium heat. Add the 2 finely chopped organic yellow onions and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- Cook the peppers and garlic: Add the 1 chopped organic red bell pepper and cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly softened. Stir in 6 minced cloves of organic garlic and cook for another minute, ensuring it doesn't burn.
- Add the spices: Sprinkle in 1/4 cup organic chili powder, 1 tbsp organic ground cumin, 1/2 tsp organic cayenne pepper (if using), and 1/2 tsp sea salt. Stir well to coat the vegetables and toast the spices for 1 minute to release their flavors.
- Incorporate the tomato paste: Stir in 1 (6 oz) can of organic tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the paste to caramelize slightly for added depth of flavor.
- Brown the beef: Add 2 lbs of organic grass-fed ground beef (or wild game) to the pot. Cook until browned, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, about 8-10 minutes.
- Add beans and diced tomatoes: Stir in 1 (30 oz) can of organic dark red kidney beans and 1 (28 oz) can of organic diced tomatoes. Add the remaining 1/2 tsp of sea salt and mix well.
- Simmer the chili: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the chili simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the chili hot in bowls. Garnish with optional organic toppings like chopped cilantro, diced avocado, or a dollop of organic sour cream.