Texas Chili Beef Recipe

Name: Texas Chili Beef
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. lean ground beef; 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 2 onions, finely chopped; 1 red pepper, seeded and cut into 2 x 1/2-inch strips; 1 clove garlic, crushed (optional); 2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour; 1 tsp. chili powder or to taste; 1 tsp. ground cumin; 1 tsp. dried oregano; 1 Tbsp. tomato paste; 1 (8 oz.) can tomatoes; 1 1/4 c. beef broth; salt to taste; 1 (17 oz.) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

Servings: persons

1 lb. lean ground beef
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
2 onions, finely chopped
1 red pepper, seeded and cut into 2 x 1/2-inch strips
1 clove garlic, crushed (optional)
2 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
1 tsp. chili powder or to taste
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 Tbsp. tomato paste
1 (8 oz.) can tomatoes
1 1/4 c. beef broth
salt to taste
1 (17 oz.) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed

1
Heat the oil in a large heavy bottomed skillet, add the onions, red pepper and garlic, if using, and cook gently for 5 minutes, until the onion and pepper are soft.
2
Add the beef, turn the heat to high and cook until the meat is evenly browned, stirring with a wooden spoon to remove lumps.
3
Remove from the heat and stir in the flour, chili powder, cumin and oregano.
4
Add the tomato paste, the tomatoes with their juice and the beef broth.
5
Return to the heat and bring to a boil, stirring.
6
Season with salt, if desired, but not with pepper (chili powder flavors the dish).
7
Cover the pan and simmer for approximately 40 minutes.
8
Stir in the cannellini beans and simmer for a further 5 minutes to heat through.
9
Turn into a warmed serving dish and serve at once.

460

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb. lean ground beef, 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, 2 onions, finely chopped, 1 red pepper, seeded and cut into 2 x 1/2-inch strips, and more.

Yes, Texas Chili Beef 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Texas Chili Beef

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Variations & substitutions

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