Chorizo Chili
Chorizo chili is a type of chili that includes chorizo sausage as one of the main ingredients which is a type of pork sausage. It has a spicy, smoky flavor and reddish color. In chorizo chili, the sausage is typically browned and cooked with onions, garlic, and a combination of beans and vegetables, such as bell peppers and tomatoes.
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground chorizo
- 1 onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 green bell pepper chopped
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 1 can kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- onions chopped
- Shredded cheese garnish
- cilantro chopped, (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chorizo over medium heat until browned and fully cooked.
- Add the onion, garlic, and bell peppers to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the beans, tomatoes (including the juice from the can), chili powder, and cumin. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for at least 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded.
- Serve hot. Garnish with shredded cheese and chopped onion (if desired).
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 415kcal (21%)Carbohydrates: 19g (6%)Protein: 19g (38%)Fat: 30g (46%)Saturated Fat: 10g (63%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 71mg (24%)Sodium: 1084mg (47%)Potassium: 524mg (15%)Fiber: 5g (21%)Sugar: 6g (7%)Vitamin A: 3977IU (80%)Vitamin C: 74mg (90%)Calcium: 83mg (8%)Iron: 4mg (22%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
