Southwestern Black Bean Jerky Chili Recipe

Name: Southwestern Black Bean Jerky Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (96 ounce) can black beans or 3 cups uncooked dried black beans; 3 lbs raw ground beef; 1 lb beef jerky, shredded; 2 large yellow onions, diced; 1/2 cup fresh garlic, chopped; 8 small green bell peppers, diced; 2 chipotle peppers, from can chopped (note very spicy); 2 cups chili sauce, in can; 2 cups tomato paste; 2 quarts beef stock or 2 quarts chicken stock; 1 tablespoon mild chili powder; 1 tablespoon cumin; 1/2 tablespoon ground black pepper; kosher salt, to taste (because you get saltiness from the beef jerky); 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 cups smoked mozzarella cheese or 2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded

Servings: persons

1 (96 ounce) can black beans or 3 cups uncooked dried black beans
3 lbs raw ground beef
1 lb beef jerky, shredded
2 large yellow onions, diced
1/2 cup fresh garlic, chopped
8 small green bell peppers, diced
2 chipotle peppers, from can chopped (note very spicy)
2 cups chili sauce, in can
2 cups tomato paste
2 quarts beef stock or 2 quarts chicken stock
1 tablespoon mild chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1/2 tablespoon ground black pepper
kosher salt, to taste (because you get saltiness from the beef jerky)
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
2 cups smoked mozzarella cheese or 2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded

1
Brown ground beef in large skillet or dutch oven.
2
Drain off fat from ground beef.
3
Return beef to same pan and add diced onions.
4
Saute for 2 minutes on medium heat.
5
Add garlic, jerky and green bell peppers.
6
Carmelize vegetables.
7
Add tomato paste and deglaze with beef or chicken stock.
8
Add chili sauce and then remaining ingredients except for the cilantro.
9
Simmer on medium low heat for one hour or until all seasonings are fully incorporated into the chili.
10
Season chili to taste at the end and take off the heat and add the fresh chopped cilantro.
11
You want to try to keep the cilantro as green as possible.
12
Serve the chili with shredded smoked mozzarella cheese or Monterey Jack.
13
Note: Use very little salt in chili since you will get most of your needed salt from the jerky.
14
Also, keep in mind that chipotle peppers are very spicy and you need just a little bit.
15
Another suggestions: The chili could be served with fried tortilla chips or warm flour tortillas or flat bread would be nice as well.

1589

kcal

Calories

101

Fat

Carbs

128

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (96 ounce) can black beans or 3 cups uncooked dried black beans, 3 lbs raw ground beef, 1 lb beef jerky, shredded, 2 large yellow onions, diced, and more.

Yes, Southwestern Black Bean Jerky 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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Southwestern Black Bean Jerky Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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