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Sweet And Spicy Chili Recipe Fire Red Honey Pot 1762091043.0957596

sweet and spicy chili recipe Fire Red Honey Pot

  • Author: Liana Brooks
  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: General

Description

This sweet and spicy chili recipe (Fire Red Honey Pot) is a vibrant, hearty dish perfect for busy weeknights, balancing a gentle sweetness from honey with a comforting kick of spice, and is easily tailored to taste.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 lbs lean ground beef (680g)
  • 1x 28-oz can crushed tomatoes (794g)
  • 1x 14.5-oz can diced tomatoes (411g)
  • 1x 15-oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained (425g)
  • 1x 15-oz can black beans, rinsed and drained (425g)
  • 2.5 Tbsp raw honey (approx. 37ml)
  • 2 Tbsp high-quality chili powder (30ml)
  • 1.5 tsp ground cumin (7.5ml)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika (5ml)
  • 1 finely chopped jalapeño, seeds removed (or other chili pepper)
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef or vegetable broth (470ml), low-sodium preferred
  • 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar (15ml), optional
  • 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder (5ml), optional
  • Salt, to taste
  • Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Brown The Meat: In a large 5-quart Dutch oven or pot, brown ground beef over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes until no pink remains and it is crumbled. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until softened and translucent, about 3-5 minutes, releasing their sweet aroma. Stir in the chopped jalapeño.
  3. Build The Flavor: Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. Cook for just 1 minute, stirring constantly, until the spices are wonderfully fragrant and toasted.
  4. Combine Liquids And Solids: Pour in crushed and diced tomatoes, beef or vegetable broth, and the rinsed beans. Stir in honey.
  5. Simmer To Perfection: Bring the chili to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  6. Taste And Adjust: Season generously with salt and pepper to taste. For more sweetness, add a bit more honey; for extra heat, a pinch of cayenne or a dash of your favorite hot sauce will do the trick.

Notes

Use pre-chopped onions and garlic to save prep time. Do not skip draining the fat from the meat; it makes for a cleaner, more enjoyable chili. If the chili looks too thick during simmering, splash in 0.25 cup of extra broth or water.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360 g)
  • Calories: 400 calories
  • Sugar: 18 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 12 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg

Keywords: sweet and spicy chili, beef chili, honey chili, weeknight meal, family-friendly, hearty, comfort food, easy chili, savory, simmering

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