Name: Caribbean Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: 1 pound Ground Beef; 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 large Yellow Onion, diced; 3 Garlic Cloves, minced; 2 Bell Peppers, diced; 1 small Scotch Bonnet Pepper, finely chopped; 1 can (15 oz) Black Beans, drained; 1 can (15 oz) Red Kidney Beans, drained; 1 can (28 oz) Crushed Tomatoes; 1 cup Beef Broth; 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste; 1 teaspoon Allspice; 1 teaspoon Cumin; 1 teaspoon Paprika; 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper; 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar; 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped; Lime Wedges, for serving

Description

A bold and vibrant Caribbean Chili that blends rich spices, tender beef, hearty beans, and fiery scotch bonnet peppers into one comforting, island-inspired bowl of goodness.

Ingredients

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1 pound Ground Beef
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 large Yellow Onion, diced
3 Garlic Cloves, minced
2 Bell Peppers, diced
1 small Scotch Bonnet Pepper, finely chopped
1 can (15 oz) Black Beans, drained
1 can (15 oz) Red Kidney Beans, drained
1 can (28 oz) Crushed Tomatoes
1 cup Beef Broth
2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
1 teaspoon Allspice
1 teaspoon Cumin
1 teaspoon Paprika
1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
1 tablespoon Brown Sugar
1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro, chopped
Lime Wedges, for serving

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Instructions

Warm your large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add olive oil.
Add diced onions and bell peppers. Sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and scotch bonnet pepper. Cook for 1 more minute.
Push the veggies to the side and add ground beef. Break it up and brown until fully cooked.
Stir in tomato paste, allspice, cumin, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Add crushed tomatoes, both types of beans, beef broth, and brown sugar. Bring everything to a simmer.
Let the chili simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and flavors meld.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add chopped cilantro right before serving.
Ladle into bowls, squeeze fresh lime over the top, and garnish with more cilantro if desired.

Notes

Add coconut milk for a creamy finish.
Freeze leftovers in batches for quick meals later.
Serve with rice, cornbread, or fried plantains for a full Caribbean experience.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Caribbean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 420
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 860mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 26g
Cholesterol: 65mg