Smoked Brisket Chili Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
10 people
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Calories
260 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
Smoked Brisket Chili Recipe
Description
This chili begins by sautéing onion and garlic in avocado oil until softened and aromatic. Smoked brisket chunks are then combined with tomato sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, pepper, beef bouillon, water, and roasted green chiles. Simmering this mixture allows the brisket to meld with spices and sauce for about 15 to 20 minutes before adding pinto and chili beans. Heating the chili further until beans are warmed through completes the dish.
The smoked brisket imparts a distinctive smokiness balancing the savory tomato base and spice blend. The green chiles add mild heat and flavor complexity but can be omitted or increased to suit taste. Beans contribute creaminess and substance, making the chili filling and prized for its robust, smoky character.
This chili is versatile for serving as a meal on its own or with toppings such as cheese or sour cream. Adjusting the spice level can accommodate different heat tolerance, and a large pot or Dutch oven is recommended for easy stirring and simmering. Leftover chili can be refrigerated or frozen.
Omitting beans is an option if preferred. Incrementally adding cayenne can increase heat. The simmering step is essential for flavor development despite seeming extra. A Dutch oven or large pot provides adequate space for stirring during longer cooking.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs brisket chopped, smoked
- 1 teaspoon avocado oil
- 1 small onion chopped
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 30 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin ground
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper ground
- 1 cube beef bouillon
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup green chiles roasted, chopped
- 16 ounces pinto beans drained and rinsed, canned
- 16 ounces chili beans in sauce
Instructions
- Add the avocado oil to a large sauce pot and heat over medium heat.
- Add the onion and saute until it's softened and translucent. It will take about 5 minutes.
- Add the garlic to the onion and saute until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add in the brisket, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, bouillion cube, water, and green chiles.
- Bring it to a boil and then turn it down to a simmer. Let the mixture simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Add in both types of beans and stir to combine. Let it heat through for about 5 minutes.
- Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Adjust spice level by omitting or adding green chiles and chili powder to suit taste.
- Simmering the chili enhances depth of flavor despite seeming like an extra step.
- Using a large pot or Dutch oven helps with stirring and simmering comfortably.
- Beans can be omitted if preferred without altering the chili's core flavor profile.
- Adding cayenne pepper can increase heat intensity incrementally.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 260 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 260kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 56mg | 19% |
| Sodium | 1761mg | 73% |
| Potassium | 945mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 859IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 69mg | 7% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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