Two Bean Chili With Grass-Fed Beef and Masa Harina

Name: Two Bean Chili With Grass-Fed Beef and Masa Harina
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 1 large red bell pepper, chopped; 1 jalapeno, finely chopped (ribs and seeds removed, if you don't like spicy); 1 garlic clove, chopped; 7 tablespoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 lb ground beef, grass-fed; 28 ounces whole tomatoes, crushed with your hands; 24 ounces tomato sauce; ½ cup water (optional, see above); 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed; 2 tablespoons dried masa harina, dissolved in 3 tablespoons water (optional); kosher salt; freshly ground pepper; sour cream or yogurt; shredded cheese; chopped onion; cilantro

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 large red bell pepper, chopped
1 jalapeno, finely chopped (ribs and seeds removed, if you don't like spicy)
1 garlic clove, chopped
7 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 lb ground beef, grass-fed
28 ounces whole tomatoes, crushed with your hands
24 ounces tomato sauce
½ cup water (optional, see above)
2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
2 tablespoons dried masa harina, dissolved in 3 tablespoons water (optional)
kosher salt
freshly ground pepper
sour cream or yogurt
shredded cheese
chopped onion
cilantro

1
In a large, heavy pot, add the olive oil, onions, red bell pepper, and jalapeno over medium-high heat.
2
Cook and stir until vegetables are soft, 6-7 minutes (do not brown).
3
Add the garlic and stir one minute.
4
Add the chili powder, cumin, and coriander, and stir one minute.
5
Add the ground beef, a good pinch of salt, and couple of grinds of black pepper.
6
Break up the beef with a fork and continue cooking until the beef has lost most of its raw, red color.
7
Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, and optional water, and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
8
Turn down the heat and simmer for 45 minutes to an hour.
9
Add the kidney and the pinto beans.
10
Simmer the chili for another 20 minutes.
11
Taste and correct for salt.
12
Stir in the masa dissolved in water and bring back to a gentle boil.
13
Turn down the heat and simmer an additional 5 minutes.
14
Serve with any or all garnishes listed above.

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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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 1 large red bell pepper, chopped, 1 jalapeno, finely chopped (ribs and seeds removed, if you don't like spicy), and more.

Yes, Two Bean Chili With Grass-Fed Beef and Masa Harina 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!