Bold Flavors Chili: A Smoky Espresso Twist

Ingredients

- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cups diced tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preparation: Prepare all ingredients and equipment. Dice the tomatoes and measure out the spices and espresso powder.
2. Initial Browning: In a large skillet, heat over medium heat. Add the ground beef and season lightly with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking apart with a wooden spoon, for about 5 minutes until evenly browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if necessary.
3. Add Aromatics: Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, chipotle powder, and instant espresso powder to the browned beef. Stir continuously for about 1 minute until the spices release their aromas.
4. Incorporate Tomatoes: Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet, stirring well to combine with the beef and spices. Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Simmer and Thicken: Reduce heat to low, cover, and allow the mixture to simmer for about 15 minutes. Stir occasionally, letting the flavors meld together and the mixture thicken.
6. Final Seasoning: Taste the chili and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Simmer for an additional 5 minutes if you wish for a thicker consistency.
7. Serve: Remove from heat and let the chili rest for a minute before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs or cheese if desired.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
10 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT25M
25 minutes

Total Time

PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

Chili, Ground Beef, Tomatoes, Espresso, Spice Mix, Skillet, Stove Cooking, Dinner, Comfort Food, Quick Meal

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total: 1,200 calories

#ChiliRecipe #GroundBeef #EspressoChili #DinnerIdeas #FlavorfulMeal