American Cantina Chili

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 4
Savory American Cantina Chili recipe that will warm you up on a cool evening
in Chili

Prep

15 min

Cook

1 hour 30 min

Ready In

1 hour 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs ground chuck
2 large onions , chopped
5 -6 garlic cloves , minced
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
12 ounces Corona beer ( or other Mexican beer )
29 ounces diced tomatoes with juice
1/2 cup canned jalapeno slices ( with a little juice )
15 1/2 ounces tomato sauce
2 beef bouillon cubes
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon black pepper ( your choice ) or 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper ( your choice )
1 tablespoon ground cumin
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 can kidney beans , undrained
tortilla chips ( optional ) or cracker ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
531
Sugar
6g
Fat
29g
American Cantina Chili is a classic American comfort food that has its roots in the chili parlors of Texas. This recipe takes that classic recipe and adds a Mexican twist with the addition of Corona beer and jalapeno slices. The result is a hearty and savory chili that's perfect for a cool evening. The recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your preference - add more or less chili powder depending on how spicy you like it! Serve it as a main course with a side of cornbread, or use it as a topping for hot dogs or nachos.

Instructions

1.Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and garlic. Cook until onions are translucent but not brown.
2.Add ground chuck and cook until browned.
3.Add in Corona beer and stir well.
4.Add diced tomatoes with juice, canned jalapeno slices with juice, tomato sauce, beef bouillon cubes, salt, sugar, black pepper (or cayenne pepper), ground cumin, and chili powder. Stir well.
5.Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1 hour.
6.After 1 hour, add kidney beans with their liquid.
7.Bring mixture to a simmer, and let cook for an additional 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
8.Serve with tortilla chips or crackers on top (optional).

PROS

This chili is easy to make and loaded with flavor.
The addition of Corona beer and jalapeno slices give it a unique twist.
It’s perfect for a cozy night in or a big gathering with friends.

CONS

This recipe makes a large batch, so it may not be suitable for small households.
It also contains beef bouillon cubes, which may not be suitable for those following a vegetarian or vegan diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This chili is packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins and minerals. The kidney beans in this recipe provide a good source of plant-based protein and fiber, which is important for heart health and digestion. The cumin in this recipe has also been linked to aiding in digestion.

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