Chili Beef Soup (Printable Version)

A flavorful chili-inspired soup loaded with ground beef, beans, and spices, perfect for a cozy meal.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Oils and Meat

01 - 15 ml olive oil
02 - 454 g ground beef

→ Aromatics and Veggies

03 - 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
04 - 1 small onion, chopped

→ Seasonings

05 - 5 g black pepper, ground
06 - 1.5 g dried oregano
07 - 3 g salt
08 - 15 g chili powder
09 - 5 g cumin, ground
10 - 5 g smoked paprika

→ Canned Items

11 - 2 cans beans (kidney, pinto, or black), rinsed and drained (850 g total)
12 - 1 can diced tomatoes (425 g)
13 - 1 can tomato sauce (425 g)

→ Liquids

14 - 960 ml beef broth

# Detailed Preparation Steps:

01 - Put the garlic and ground beef in the pot. Stir and break the meat up as it cooks until it's no longer pink. Drain the fat if there's too much.
02 - Warm olive oil in a big pot on medium. Throw in the chopped onion and cook till it’s soft and clear, about 3 to 4 minutes.
03 - Add in chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Keep stirring for around a minute so their flavors pop.
04 - Pour in the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, and beef broth. Stir everything so it’s mixed up well.
05 - Turn the heat up till it boils, then lower it and let it cook uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes. Stir off and on while it thickens.
06 - If it’s too thick, add some broth to thin it out. Taste and toss in more salt or spices if needed.
07 - Scoop the chili into bowls and serve it hot. You can top with sour cream, shredded cheese, tortilla chips, or chopped cilantro if you like.

# Helpful Tips:

01 - Mash some beans before adding for a chunkier, thick texture.
02 - You can change how spicy it gets by adjusting the chili powder.
03 - Try adding sour cream, cheese, cilantro, or chips on top for extra flavor.