Baja Chili Recipe

Name: Baja Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 large green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/2 inch pieces; 2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, with liquid; 2 teaspoons oregano; 2 teaspoons cumin; 4 tablespoons chili powder; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, unsweetened; 2 teaspoons sugar; 1 tablespoon hot sauce; 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed; salt and pepper (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/2 inch pieces
2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, with liquid
2 teaspoons oregano
2 teaspoons cumin
4 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons cocoa powder, unsweetened
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
salt and pepper (optional)

1
Brown ground beef over medium heat for 8 minutes or until well done. Stir frequently to crumble meat. Drain in colander and rinse with cool water to further reduce fat if desired. Remove cooked meat to a large bowl.
2
To saute pan, add onion, green pepper and garlic and saute until tender. Add tomatoes with juice and cook for 3 minutes more.
3
Add oregano, cumin, chili powder, cocoa powder, sugar and hot sauce. Cook for another 3 to 5 minutes.
4
Add beans and meat and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes. Add salt and pepper before serving if desired.

464

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 1 large green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/2 inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Baja 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.

Baja Chili

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