Beef Moose Or Venison Chili Recipe

Warm up on a cold day with this intensely flavorful and customizable chili! Made with beef, moose, or venison, this recipe offers a thick, rich base with options to adjust the spice level to your preference. Easily adaptable for thinner chili lovers, this recipe is perfect for a cozy night in. Discover the delicious depth of flavor from the perfect blend of spices and hearty meats. Perfect for game meat lovers and chili enthusiasts alike!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 120 mins
Calories 269.2 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Beef Moose Or Venison Chili

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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

  1. 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.
  2. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. In a large frying pan, cook 4 slices bacon until crisp. Remove bacon and set aside, reserving 2 tbsp bacon drippings.
  4. Add the reserved bacon drippings and the cooked bacon to the chili pot.
  5. 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.
  6. Cover the pot and simmer for one hour, stirring occasionally.
  7. 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.
  8. 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