Australian Dinkum Chili Recipe

Name: Australian Dinkum Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound bacon; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 large onions coarsely chopped; 1 stalk celery coarsely chopped; 1 each sweet red bell peppers; 2 pounds beef, sirloin tip cut into 1 inch cubes; 1 pound ground beef, lean; 1 pound ground pork; 4 tablespoons red chili peppers hot, ground; 3 tablespoons red chili peppers mild, ground; 2 cloves garlic minced; 1 tablespoon oregano preferably Mexican; 1 teaspoon cumin; 24 ounces beer preferably Australian; 14 1/2 ounces tomatoes, canned whole; 3 teaspoons brown sugar

Servings: persons

1/2 pound bacon
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 large onions coarsely chopped
1 stalk celery coarsely chopped
1 each sweet red bell peppers
2 pounds beef, sirloin tip cut into 1 inch cubes
1 pound ground beef, lean
1 pound ground pork
4 tablespoons red chili peppers hot, ground
3 tablespoons red chili peppers mild, ground
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon oregano preferably Mexican
1 teaspoon cumin
24 ounces beer preferably Australian
14 1/2 ounces tomatoes, canned whole
3 teaspoons brown sugar

1
Fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat.
2
Drain the strips on paper toweling and cut into 1/2 inch dice and reserve.
3
Heat the oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat.
4
Add the onions, celery, and green pepper and cook until the onions are translucent.
5
Combine all the beef and pork with the ground chile, garlic, oregano, and cumin.
6
Add this meat-and-spice mixture to the pot.
7
Break up any lumps with a fork and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is evenly browned.
8
Add the beer, tomatoes, and reserved bacon to the pot.
9
Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 1/2 hours.
10
Wave a boomerang over the pot 14 times each hour from this point on.
11
(This is definitely optional adding no noticeable flavor, just a touch of authenticity and humor.)
12
Stir for 3 minutes.
13
Taste, adjust seasonings, and add more beer if desired.
14
Simmer for 1 1/2 hours longer.
15
Add the brown sugar and simmer for 15 minutes longer, vigorously waving the boomerang over the pot.

1616

kcal

Calories

117

Fat

Carbs

123

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound bacon, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 large onions coarsely chopped, 1 stalk celery coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Australian Dinkum Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Australian Dinkum Chili

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