Smoky Meaty Chili Recipe

Name: Smoky Meaty Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons vegetable or grapeseed oil; 2 pounds pork shoulder, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch dice; 1 pound beef chuck, cut into 1/2-inch dice; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 4 cloves garlic, chopped or smashed; 1 onion, diced; 1 red pepper, diced; 3 tablespoons chile powder; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1 teaspoon chipotle flakes or powder; 1/2 teaspoon coriander; Two 15-ounce cans diced fire-roasted tomatoes; Two 15-ounce cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 3 tablespoons bourbon; 3 tablespoons brewed espresso; 1 tablespoon agave; 1/2 cup shredded white Cheddar, optional; 1/3 cup sour cream, optional

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons vegetable or grapeseed oil
2 pounds pork shoulder, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1 pound beef chuck, cut into 1/2-inch dice
2 teaspoons kosher salt
4 cloves garlic, chopped or smashed
1 onion, diced
1 red pepper, diced
3 tablespoons chile powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 teaspoon chipotle flakes or powder
1/2 teaspoon coriander
Two 15-ounce cans diced fire-roasted tomatoes
Two 15-ounce cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
3 tablespoons bourbon
3 tablespoons brewed espresso
1 tablespoon agave
1/2 cup shredded white Cheddar, optional
1/3 cup sour cream, optional

1
Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
2
Add 2 tablespoons of the oil to the hot pan.
3
Season the pork and beef with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt.
4
Working in 2 batches, brown the meat on all sides; this will take about 7 minutes per batch.
5
Remove the browned meat to a plate and continue with the next batch.
6
When all the meat is browned and removed, add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan along with the garlic, onion and pepper.
7
Cook, stirring often, for about 3 minutes.
8
Season the vegetables with the chile powder, cumin, chipotle, coriander and 1 teaspoon of salt.
9
Continue to cook the vegetables until the spices are fragrant and the vegetables are soft, an additional 2 minutes.
10
Stir in the diced tomatoes and kidney beans along with 3 cups of water.
11
Add the seared meat and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt.
12
Reduce the heat to medium low, cover and simmer until the meat is tender and the chili has thickened slightly, about 1 hour.
13
Stir in the bourbon, espresso and agave and turn off the heat.
14
Serve garnished with shredded Cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

971

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons vegetable or grapeseed oil, 2 pounds pork shoulder, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch dice, 1 pound beef chuck, cut into 1/2-inch dice, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Smoky Meaty 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.

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Smoky Meaty Chili

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