Spicy Pumpkin Chili
This Spicy Pumpkin Chili is a cozy dish that warms up any evening with its rich flavors. Perfect for family gatherings, feel free to top it with your favorite additions!
Equipment
- large pot
Ingredients
Chili Ingredients:
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 15oz. can petite diced tomatoes
- 1 15oz. can pumpkin purée
- 1/2 6oz. can tomato paste (5 Tbsp)
- 1 15oz. can kidney beans drained
- 1 15oz. can black beans drained
- 2 cups water
Chili Seasoning:
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 Tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare all the ingredients by mincing the garlic and chopping the onion.
- In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat, then add the diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the pot, cooking it until it is nicely browned and thoroughly cooked.
- Incorporate the kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, pumpkin purée, and tomato paste into the pot, followed by the water. Sprinkle in the chili seasoning, including chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix all the ingredients well.
- Cover the pot with a lid, reduce to a simmer, and let it cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to meld.
- After simmering, taste the chili and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot with your choice of toppings like sour cream, shredded cheese, or green onions to enhance the dish!