Lean grass-fed bison, a bold spice blend, and slow-cooked goodness combine in this bison chili from scratch. An adaptation of a web recipe that approximates the ‘little-brown-bag’ spice mix using all-natural ingredients.
Ingredients
- ½ pound dried red beans
- ¼ cup vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ pounds ground bison
- 8 medium tomatoes, finely chopped, with liquid
- 2 tablespoons red pepper flakes, or more to taste
- 4 teaspoons ground cumin
- 3 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon chili powder, or more to taste
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons masa flour, or more as needed
Directions
Step 1
Rinse beans. Combine with 3 quarts of cold water in a large pot. Soak 8 hours to overnight.
Step 2
Drain beans and return to the pot. Add 3 quarts fresh water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered until tender, 1 to 2 hours. Drain and set aside.
Step 3
Heat vegetable oil in a 4-quart stockpot over medium heat. Add onion and stir until softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add garlic, stir for a minute, then add bison and cook until browned, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir tomatoes and liquid into stockpot.
Step 4
Combine red pepper flakes, cumin, oregano, chili powder, sea salt, white pepper, and paprika in a small container and stir to mix. Add to the stockpot and stir through. Add 1 cup water and stir gently while bringing water to a boil, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour.
Step 5
Taste bison mixture and adjust seasoning as desired. Add beans and mix through. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon masa flour on top and gently stir in to achieve a medium-thick consistency. Cover and simmer chili over low heat for 1 hour.
Step 6
Uncover chili, stir, and add another tablespoon masa flour. Continue simmering, uncovered, over low heat to desired consistency, 60 to 90 minutes. Cover the pot or add a teaspoon of masa flour to control consistency.
Cook’s Notes:
Do not salt the bean water; it will make the beans cook more slowly.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
Calories 286 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat10g | 12% |
Saturated Fat2g | 9% |
Cholesterol44mg | 15% |
Sodium271mg | 12% |
Total Carbohydrate28g | 10% |
Dietary Fiber10g | 37% |
Total Sugars5g | |
Protein24g | |
Vitamin C22mg | 108% |
Calcium93mg | 7% |
Iron9mg | 48% |
Potassium1013mg | 22% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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