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World's GREATEST Chili Recipe - SO EASY!!

EEating Through InflationYouTube60 minutesserves 4-6
Original video by Eating Through Inflation on YouTube2:58

About this recipe

This chili recipe is all about simplicity and flavor, making it a go-to for any home cook. With just a few ingredients and straightforward steps, you'll have a thick, hearty chili that’s sure to satisfy.

The creator emphasizes the use of black beans for their robust flavor, setting this chili apart from others that might use kidney beans. Plus, the optional taco sauce adds a nice twist if you're feeling adventurous.

Ingredient notes

  • Use about 1/3 of a diced onion for the recipe.
  • The chili includes two cans of baked black beans for added flavor.
  • Feel free to adjust the cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt to taste.

Tips from Eating Through Inflation’s video

  • Sweat the onions until they are translucent before adding the ground beef to build flavor.
  • Keep mixing the chili as it simmers to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
  • If you prefer a thicker chili, let it simmer longer, but you can always add more water if needed.

Good to know

How many servings does this chili recipe make?
This recipe serves 4-6 people.
What can I use instead of black beans?
The creator suggests that black beans are preferred for their robust flavor, but you could substitute with another type of bean if desired.
How long does it take to cook this chili?
The total cooking time is about 60 minutes.
What should I do if my chili is too thick?
You can add more water to the chili if it becomes too thick.

No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Eating Through Inflation: watch the original on YouTube.

The recipe

Serves 4-6Time 60 minutes

Ingredients

Steps

  1. 1

    Heat a pan over medium heat and add olive oil.

  2. 2

    Add diced onion and sweat it until translucent.

  3. 3

    Add 1 pound of ground beef and cook until browned.

  4. 4

    Stir in a 24 oz can of tomatoes and mix well.

  5. 5

    Add 2 cans of black beans and mix again.

  6. 6

    Add 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, a few shakes of black pepper, 1 tablespoon of salt, and 2 teaspoons of chili powder. Mix thoroughly.

  7. 7

    Add enough water to cover the ingredients and bring to a boil.

  8. 8

    Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer and keep mixing to prevent burning.

  9. 9

    Cook until the chili thickens and flavors meld together.

Heads up — we had to guess a little:

  • The quantity of onion was inferred as a common amount for chili recipes.

Credit where it’s due: this recipe was transcribed from Eating Through Inflation’s original video on YouTube. Follow them there — it’s their dish.

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