Really Old-Fashioned Chili With Salsa Cruda Recipe

Name: Really Old-Fashioned Chili With Salsa Cruda
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs ground sirloin; 2 medium yellow onions, chopped; 1 1 medium yellow bell peppers or 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained; 2 (14 3/4 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with juice; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 1/2 cups beef broth; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; salt, to tate; Salsa Cruda; 3 -4 large ripe tomatoes, finely diced; 1 small red onion, finely diced; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced; 1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 lime, juice of; garlic powder; salt; For Serving; shredded sharp cheddar cheese; sliced avocado

Servings: persons

2 lbs ground sirloin
2 medium yellow onions, chopped
1 1 medium yellow bell peppers or 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
2 (14 3/4 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with juice
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 1/2 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
salt, to tate
Salsa Cruda
3 -4 large ripe tomatoes, finely diced
1 small red onion, finely diced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime, juice of
garlic powder
salt
For Serving
shredded sharp cheddar cheese
sliced avocado

1
In a large skillet over med-high heat, cook the ground sirloin, onion, bell pepper, and garlic until the meat is browned, breaking up any clumps; drain.
2
Transfer mixture to a slow cooker; add in the kidney beans, tomatoes, sauce, broth, chili powder, oregano, and cumin; stir to mix well.
3
Cover and cook on LOW for 8-9 hours, stirring occasionally.
4
Season with salt to taste during the last hour of cooking.
5
To make the salsa cruda: combine all the ingredients in a bowl; refrigerate until ready to serve; if you must make the salsa the night before, add the cilantro and lime juice at the last minute.
6
Serve the chili in bowls topped with salsa, cheese, and avocado slices.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs ground sirloin, 2 medium yellow onions, chopped, 1 1 medium yellow bell peppers or 1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Really Old-Fashioned Chili With Salsa Cruda falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Really Old-Fashioned Chili With Salsa Cruda

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