Otoro's Ultimate Chili

Dive into bold, savory perfection with Otoro's Ultimate Chili, a hearty, flavor-packed recipe that takes comfort food to the next level. This chili is a rich blend of tender ground beef and pork, slow-simmered with tangy crushed tomatoes, earthy spices like smoked paprika and cumin, and a touch of indulgent dark chocolate for a unique depth of flavor. Loaded with hearty beans and finished with your favorite garnishes—think melty cheddar cheese, creamy sour cream, and fresh cilantro—this one-pot wonder is guaranteed to satisfy. With only 20 minutes of prep time and a simmer that fills your kitchen with mouthwatering aromas, it's perfect for game day, family dinners, or make-ahead meal prep. Don't just make chili—create a masterpiece with Otoro's Ultimate Chili!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 1 large green bell pepper, diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
• 1 pound ground pork
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 2 cups beef stock
• 15 ounces red kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
• 15 ounces black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1.5 tablespoons ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 ounce dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher), chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for garnish)
• 0.25 cup green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and pork to the pot. Break the meat apart with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat, if needed.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, ensuring the meat and vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 6

Add the crushed tomatoes, beef stock, kidney beans, and black beans. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Sprinkle in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to distribute the spices evenly.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the chili from sticking to the bottom of the pot.

Step 9

Uncover the pot, stir in the chopped dark chocolate, and let the chili simmer uncovered for an additional 20 minutes. This will thicken the sauce and enhance the flavor.

Step 10

Taste the chili and adjust seasoning with additional salt or spices, as desired.

Step 11

Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and green onions, if desired.

Step 12

Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3779.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4665.2

Total Fat 275.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 841.3mg	0%
Sodium 6485.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 261.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 82.7g	0%
Total Sugars 62.6g
Protein 290.0g	0%

Vitamin D 40.1IU	0%
Calcium 1418.2mg	0%
Iron 53.4mg	0%
Potassium 7368.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.9%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 22.3%