CAJUN CHILI (ROUX BASED)
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
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
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Sean Padilla
s_p71@hotmail.comI've made this chili several times, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.
Salina Pervin
salina@hotmail.frThis chili is a must-try for any chili lover. It's packed with flavor and has just the right amount of heat.
John Glennon
johnglennon48@yahoo.comThis is the best chili recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and delicious.
Brycen Hursh
hurshbrycen21@aol.comI love that this recipe is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your own taste.
Rashed Khondokar
r-k53@gmail.comThis is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Gladys Moturi
m@aol.comI've been making this chili for years, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect party food.
R Baloch
r.baloch@yahoo.comThis chili is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's hearty, flavorful, and satisfying.
SahilZubair SahilZubair
s20@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of chicken chili, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.
Sher Ali
sher-a82@hotmail.co.ukI love that this recipe uses a roux-based sauce. It makes the chili so rich and flavorful.
BEENISH SARWAR
s@gmail.comThis is one of my favorite chili recipes. It's always a hit with my friends and family.
Yosilin Carolina
carolina-yosilin57@hotmail.comThis 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
nu-n@gmail.comI 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
k38@hotmail.frThis 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
l_roxtar@yahoo.comI've made this chili several times, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.
Wndr
wndr15@yahoo.comThis chili is so flavorful and easy to make. I love that you can adjust the spice level to your liking.
Meer Adnan
a59@yahoo.comI'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
suladdin@yahoo.comThis 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
a77@yahoo.comThis 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
bloom.sam@gmail.comI 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
leopard.e6@gmail.comThis 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.