Ingredients for Beef Moose Or Venison Chili
- Ground Moose
- 12 oz (340ml) beer
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 28 oz (794g) can crushed tomatoes
- Hot Pepper
- 6 oz (170g) can tomato paste
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp tabasco sauce (optional)
- 4 slices bacon
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- Red Pepper
- 1/2 tsp MSG (optional)
- Garlic Cloves
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- Bacon Drippings
- Black Pepper
- Kidney Beans
How to Make Beef Moose Or Venison Chili
- In a large (6-quart) chili pot, combine: 28 oz (794g) can crushed tomatoes, 6 oz (170g) can tomato paste, 12 oz (340ml) beer, 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 2 tbsp chili powder, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tbsp tabasco sauce (optional), 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp ground red pepper (or more, to taste), 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
- In a large frying pan, cook 4 slices bacon until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside, reserving 2 tbsp bacon drippings.
- Add the reserved bacon drippings and the cooked bacon to the chili pot.
- Add 1.5 lbs (680g) ground moose, beef, or venison to the pan and brown. Add 1 large onion (chopped) and 2 cloves garlic (minced) to the pan and cook until softened. Add 1/2 tsp MSG (optional). Add the meat and vegetable mixture to the chili pot.
- Cover the pot and simmer for one hour, stirring occasionally.
- Add 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed) and 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed) to the chili pot. Simmer for another 30 minutes.
- For a thinner chili, stir in 1 cup (240ml) tomato juice.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
42 g
Sugar
30g
Fat
27g
Carbs
6g