Saleh’s Plate · By Saleh Alkhalifa

Classic Southwest Beef and Bean Chili

Cook Classic Southwest Beef and Bean Chili with Saleh’s Plate.

Ingredients

Chili

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans
  • 1 (15 oz) can black beans
  • 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 tsp salt and ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp chili powder and 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika and ½ tsp dried oregano

Garnish

  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Remove excess fat if needed.
  2. Add onions and garlic, sautéing until softened. Stir in tomato paste and spices, cooking for 1 minute.
  3. Add crushed tomatoes, beef broth, kidney beans, and black beans. Stir and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30-40 minutes.
  4. Ladle chili into bowls, top with shredded cheese and fresh cilantro.