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Beef And Barley Chili Recipe

This hearty Beef and Barley Chili is a flavour explosion! Barley adds a nutty chewiness and satisfying fiber, stretching your beef further while absorbing all those delicious chili flavors. Alberta Health Services inspired, this recipe focuses on low-sodium ingredients for a healthier twist. Get ready for a comforting and flavorful meal the whole family will love! Perfect for a chilly evening or game day!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 90 mins
Calories 238.6 kcal
Protein 40g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
Beef And Barley Chili 89

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Beef And Barley Chili

  • 1 lb extra lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • Canola Oil (not used in recipe; recipe uses a drizzle of olive oil)
  • Pepper (not specified as generic in recipe; recipe uses 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (no salt added)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • Baked Beans (not used in recipe; recipe uses 1 (15 ounce) can black beans)
  • Salsa (not used in recipe)
  • 1 cup beef broth (low sodium)
  • 1 cup barley
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • Cocoa (not used in recipe)
  • a drizzle of olive oil
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 bay leaf

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How to Make Beef And Barley Chili

  1. Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and 1 medium onion, chopped. Cook for 5-8 minutes, breaking up the beef with a spoon, until the onions are softened and the beef is browned.
  2. Add 1 green bell pepper and 1 red bell pepper, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, until softened.
  3. Stir in 1 cup barley, 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes (no salt added), 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (rinsed and drained), 1 (15 ounce) can black beans (rinsed and drained), 1 cup beef broth (low sodium), 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1 bay leaf.
  4. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for approximately 1 hour, or until the barley is tender and the chili has thickened. Stir occasionally.
  5. Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot and enjoy! Leftovers are even better the next day.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

34g

Fat

7g

Carbs

9g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Main Dish Beef Vegetables Easy Chili One Dish Meal Ground Beef Meat 3 Steps Or Less 4 Hours Or Less