Guinness Chili
Guinness Chili is a hearty, flavor-packed dish that warms the soul and brings everyone together. With rich notes from Guinness Stout and a blend of spices, this chili promises an explosion of taste in every bite. Perfect for game days or cozy evenings at home, it’s simple enough for novice cooks to master while impressing family and friends alike. Serve it over rice or with crusty bread, and enjoy the comforting aroma as it simmers to perfection.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Irish
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 large sweet onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed
- 1 cup Guinness Stout
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and ground beef; cook until browned and crumbled.
- Stir in chili powder and cumin, then add canned tomatoes.
- Pour in Guinness Stout, scraping any bits from the bottom. Simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Mix in kidney beans with salt and pepper; simmer gently for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve hot with cheese or cilantro as toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, substitute ground beef with lentils or mushrooms. To thicken chili, let it simmer uncovered or stir in cornstarch mixed with water.