Cajun Chili (Roux Based) Recipe

Name: Cajun Chili (Roux Based)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Soups & Stews
Ingredients: 2 lbs quality ground beef; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, can substitute bacon drippings; 2 tablespoons flour, heaping; 1 large onion, chopped; 1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 tablespoons cumin powder; 1 -2 tablespoon sugar, to taste; salt; cayenne pepper; water; 16 ounces red kidney beans (optional); sliced green onion (optional); grated cheddar cheese (optional)

Servings: persons

2 lbs quality ground beef
4 tablespoons vegetable oil, can substitute bacon drippings
2 tablespoons flour, heaping
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons cumin powder
1 -2 tablespoon sugar, to taste
salt
cayenne pepper
water
16 ounces red kidney beans (optional)
sliced green onion (optional)
grated cheddar cheese (optional)

1
Make brown roux (careful not to burn) with oil and flour, stirring constantly.
2
Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Saute about 3 minutes.
3
Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking up chunks.
4
Add tomato paste, chili powder, cumin powder, sugar, salt and cayenne pepper topping with about 1 - 2 cup water, depending on desired consistancy.
5
Stir to combine and simmer half covered for 20 - 25 minutes, stirring occasionally and checking the level of liquid.
6
If adding the optional can red kidney beans, add this 5 to 10 minutes prior to the end of cook time.
7
Top individual servings with cheddar cheese and sprinkle with sliced green onions.

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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: 2 lbs quality ground beef, 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, can substitute bacon drippings, 2 tablespoons flour, heaping, 1 large onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Cajun Chili (Roux Based) 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.

Cajun Chili (Roux Based)

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