Asian Inspired Chili Recipe

Spice up your chili game with this Asian-inspired twist! Developed over years to perfectly utilize hoisin sauce, this recipe delivers a rich, thick chili brimming with umami. Perfect for a cozy night in, it's easily adaptable to your slow cooker – simply toss everything in and cook on low for 6 hours. Prefer a thinner chili? No problem! Just add water or broth to reach your desired consistency. Get ready for a flavor adventure!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 335 kcal
Protein 49g
Rating 4.8 (6 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Asian Inspired Chili

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How to Make Asian Inspired Chili

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of sesame oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1 large chopped onion, 1 red bell pepper (chopped), and 2 cloves minced garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in 1 pound ground beef (or turkey), breaking it up as it cooks. Cook until browned.
  3. Add 1 (15-ounce) can of diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 (15-ounce) can of kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15-ounce) can of black beans (drained and rinsed), 1 cup beef broth, 1/4 cup hoisin sauce, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or more, to taste), and 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves.
  4. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour, or until flavors have melded and chili has thickened. If using a slow cooker, combine all ingredients and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Garnish with chopped green onions, sesame seeds, and a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional) before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

32 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

18g

Carbs

11g