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Warm comforting beef chili. A family favorite!
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Slow Cooker Beef Chili

A rich tomato based sauce full of smoky flavor with tender beef and a hearty mix of beans. Tastes even better the next day!
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Diet Halal
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 672kcal
Author Farah Abumaizar

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 kg lean ground beef
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 tsp seven spices or allspice
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes 400 grams each
  • 2 cans tomato sauce 400 g each
  • 1/2 cup beef broth
  • 2 tablespoon chili powder *see note to make your own
  • 2 1/2 teaspoon cumin powder
  • 2 teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon sugar, white or brown will do
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cans kidney beans 400 grams each
  • 1 can black beans
  • shredded cheese, sour cream for serving

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet, then add onions and sauté for around 3 minutes or until soft. Add garlics and sauté another 30 seconds.
  • Add ground beef and cook until beef has browned, mashing it with a spoon to break apart the clumps of beef while it cooks. Add the cinnamon, seven spices, salt and pepper. Drain the fat.
  • Pour browned beef into slow cooker, add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cocoa powder, sugar, coriander. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cover lid and cook on low heat for 5-6 hours.
  • Once the chili has thickened and is ready, stir in the drained cans of beans and leave to cook 15-20 minutes longer. Serve with desired toppings, and alongside rice, quinoa, cornbread or on top of baked sweet potatoes!

Notes

  • To make your own chili powder, mix together 2 tablespoons of paprika, 2 teaspoons oregano,  1 1/2 teaspoon cumin,  1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, 3/4 teaspoons onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Above recipe is from www.allrecipes.com

Nutrition

Calories: 672kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 113mg | Sodium: 255mg | Potassium: 1917mg | Fiber: 14g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1027IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 179mg | Iron: 10mg