Unexpectedly DELICIOUS! Had this at my friend’s tailgate and I wasn’t leaving without the recipe
This recipe combines the savory flavors of ground beef and chili powder with the sweetness of pineapple chunks for a unique and delicious Hawaiian-style chili.
Hawaiian-Style Chili: A Taste of the Islands in a Bowl
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Ground Beef | 2 pounds |
| Onions | 6, chopped |
| Red Bell Peppers | 2, seeded and chopped |
| Stewed Tomatoes | 2 (16 ounce) cans, with juice |
| Kidney Beans | 2 (15.5 ounce) cans, with liquid |
| Tomato Sauce | 1 (16 ounce) can |
| Pineapple Chunks | 1 (16 ounce) can, drained |
| Chili Powder | 2 tablespoons |
| Salt | 2 teaspoons |
Instructions:
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Brown the Ground Beef (5 minutes):
- Heat a large Dutch oven over high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, stirring constantly, until it is barely pink.
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Sautéing the Vegetables (5 minutes):
- Stir in the chopped onions and red bell peppers to the browned ground beef. Cook the mixture for another 5 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened and the meat is fully browned.
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Draining Excess Fat (optional):
- For a less greasy chili, drain the excess fat from the meat and vegetables using a large mesh strainer.
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Combining the Ingredients (optional):
- Transfer the browned meat and vegetables back into the Dutch oven.
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Adding the Canned Ingredients:
- Add the stewed tomatoes (with juice), kidney beans (with liquid), tomato sauce, and drained pineapple chunks to the pot.
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Seasoning the Chili:
- Season the chili with chili powder and salt to taste.
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Simmering to Perfection (10 minutes):
- Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer the chili, uncovered, for 10 minutes, or until it reaches your desired consistency.
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Serve and Enjoy!
- Serve the Hawaiian-Style Chili hot with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions.
