CAJUN CHILI (ROUX BASED)

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Delicious with or without beans. If made without beans, the chili can be served over elbow noodles for a delicious version of chili-mac. Don't forget to top with shredded cheese. What makes this chili different is the first step. The roux base gives the chili body and a saucy texture. I like that--body and sauciness!

Provided by gailanng

Categories     Meat

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lbs quality ground beef
4 tablespoons vegetable oil, can substitute bacon drippings
2 tablespoons flour, heaping
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 medium green bell pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons cumin powder
1 -2 tablespoon sugar, to taste
salt
cayenne pepper
water
16 ounces red kidney beans (optional)
sliced green onion (optional)
grated cheddar cheese (optional)

Steps:

  • Make brown roux (careful not to burn) with oil and flour, stirring constantly.
  • Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Saute about 3 minutes.
  • Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking up chunks.
  • Add tomato paste, chili powder, cumin powder, sugar, salt and cayenne pepper topping with about 1 - 2 cup water, depending on desired consistancy.
  • Stir to combine and simmer half covered for 20 - 25 minutes, stirring occasionally and checking the level of liquid.
  • If adding the optional can red kidney beans, add this 5 to 10 minutes prior to the end of cook time.
  • Top individual servings with cheddar cheese and sprinkle with sliced green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476.2, Fat 32.8, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 102.8, Sodium 374.3, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 3, Sugar 7.1, Protein 30.8

Sean Padilla
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I've made this chili several times, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


Salina Pervin
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This chili is a must-try for any chili lover. It's packed with flavor and has just the right amount of heat.


John Glennon
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This is the best chili recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Brycen Hursh
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.


Rashed Khondokar
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Gladys Moturi
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I've been making this chili for years, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect party food.


R Baloch
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This chili is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's hearty, flavorful, and satisfying.


SahilZubair SahilZubair
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I'm not a big fan of chicken chili, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Sher Ali
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I love that this recipe uses a roux-based sauce. It makes the chili so rich and flavorful.


BEENISH SARWAR
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This is one of my favorite chili recipes. It's always a hit with my friends and family.


Yosilin Carolina
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This chili is delicious! I used a mix of ground beef and ground pork, and it was perfect. I also added some chopped bell peppers and corn.


Nuru Nu
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the chili turned out great. It was a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it.


kutensa akim
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This is a fantastic recipe! The chili is rich, flavorful, and has just the right amount of heat. I will definitely be making this again.


Roxtar Liza
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I've made this chili several times, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


Wndr
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This chili is so flavorful and easy to make. I love that you can adjust the spice level to your liking.


Meer Adnan
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but this chili was surprisingly mild. The flavor was great, and I really enjoyed it.


Md Suladdin
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I used ground turkey instead of chicken, and it was still delicious.


Ahtsham Hanif
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This chili is amazing! I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. I served it with sour cream, cheese, and cornbread, and it was a huge hit with my family.


SAM Bloom
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I love this recipe! It's a great way to use up leftover chicken. The chili is hearty and flavorful, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.


ethan leopard
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This Cajun Chili is a true flavor explosion! The roux-based sauce is rich and complex, with just the right amount of heat. I added some extra vegetables, and it turned out perfect.


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