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Instructions
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Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large pot. Add the ground beef and break it up into small chunks. Cook about 3-4 minutes, then add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Drain excess grease as necessary. Add the garlic and spices and cook 30 seconds longer, stirring until the mixture is well coated with the spice mixture.
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Add the Guinness, crushed tomatoes and maple syrup and stir until combined. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and stir in the beans. Simmer for about 20-30 minutes or until the mixture has thickened.
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Remove from heat and add salt and pepper, to taste. Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Bloom Your Spices First 🌶️Toast the smoked paprika, cayenne, chili powder, and cumin in the oil for 1-2 minutes before adding meat to unlock their deep, complex flavors and prevent a raw spice taste.
- Caramelize the Beef Properly 🔥Don't stir the ground beef for the first 3-4 minutes after browning—let it develop a dark, flavorful crust that adds richness and depth to your entire chili.
- Use Guinness Strategically 🍺Add the beer in two stages: half when deglazing the pan to capture browned bits, and the remainder mid-cooking so some alcohol reduces while retaining the beer's signature roasted malt complexity.
- Balance Sweet and Savory 🍁Start with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup and taste as you go—it should enhance the beer's sweetness subtly, not make the chili taste dessert-like; adjust based on your beer's bitterness level.
- Low and Slow Wins the Race ⏱️Simmer uncovered for at least 45 minutes to 1 hour, allowing flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken naturally—the longer cooking transforms individual ingredients into a cohesive, restaurant-quality chili.
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Low Carb
High Protein
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