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Fruity Chili Recipe

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Fruity Chili Recipe combines the savory flavors of traditional chili with a hint of sweetness from fruits like apple and peach, creating a unique and delicious dish.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 2 (14 ounce) cans tomato sauce
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 4 tablespoons chili powder, divided
  • 2 tablespoons white sugar, divided
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, divided (Optional)
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon cooking oil

Additional Ingredients:

  • 1/2 red onion, chopped
  • 1 banana pepper, chopped
  • 1 apple – peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 1 peach – peeled, pitted, and chopped

Instructions

  1. Brown the Beef: In a large pot, heat the cooking oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned.
  2. Add Ingredients: Stir in the tomato sauce, kidney beans, chili powder, sugar, and cayenne pepper. Add the chopped onion, banana pepper, apple, and peach.
  3. Simmer: Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

  • You can adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or decreasing the amount of chili powder and cayenne pepper.
  • Feel free to add more fruits like pineapple or mango for extra sweetness and flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 50 mg