Best 6 Chili With Sugar In Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to tantalize your taste buds with a unique and intriguing culinary creation: Chili with Sugar. This unexpected combination of flavors, while unconventional, promises to deliver a symphony of sweet, savory, and spicy notes that will leave you craving more. Contrary to popular belief, sugar can play a transformative role in a chili recipe, adding a subtle sweetness that balances the heat of the chili peppers and enhances the depth of flavor. As you explore the various recipes in this article, you'll discover how sugar can elevate this classic dish to new heights of culinary excellence.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST CHILI RECIPE (AWARD WINNING!)



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This is the BEST Chili Recipe! Made with bacon (and the option to omit if necessary) and ground beef and simmered on the stove for just 30 minutes, this is my family's go-to cold weather comfort food. It's even better when paired with a side of buttermilk cornbread!

Provided by Sam Merritt

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 22

5 strips uncooked bacon (chopped¹)
1 large yellow onion (diced (about 1 cup))
1 red pepper (diced)
3 cloves garlic (minced (about 1 Tablespoon))
1 lb ground beef ((455g) (I use 90% but any will work))
1 Tablespoon brown sugar
1 Tablespoon chili powder²
1 Tablespoon ancho chili powder²
1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon onion powder
¾ teaspoons ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper³
1 ¼ cup beef broth ((295ml))
15 oz can dark red kidney beans (lightly rinsed and drained (425g))
15 oz can black beans (lightly rinsed and drained (425))
14.5 oz can diced fire roasted tomatoes (undrained (411g))
7- oz can fire roasted green chilis ((198g))
¼ cup tomato paste ((66g))
1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Preferred toppings (particularly sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and corn chips)

Steps:

  • Place chopped (uncooked) bacon in a large pot or Dutch oven and cook over medium heat until crisp and cooked through. Remove bacon to a paper towel lined plate and drain all but 1 ½ Tablespoons of grease.
  • Add onion and pepper and cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
  • Add beef, breaking apart with a spatula as you cook. Once meat is partially (about 50%) browned, add sugar and all spices (chili powders, paprika, cumin, onion powder, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper) and stir well.
  • Add all remaining ingredients -- beef broth, beans, tomatoes, tomato paste, chilis, and Worcestershire sauce -- and your cooked bacon and stir well.
  • Bring to a boil and cook 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally. Simmer for 30 minutes to allow flavor to really develop.
  • Serve with preferred toppings (sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and corn chips are a must!)

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving (not including toppings), Calories 611 kcal, Carbohydrate 72 g, Protein 40 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 1315 mg, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 14 g, UnsaturatedFat 1 g

BROWN SUGAR CHILI



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Got this from the Weight Watchers message boards, thought I would put this in to check nutritional info. Although I've never made it the reviews by others have been positive.

Provided by Beelzs Cook

Categories     Meat

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb extra lean ground beef
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons prepared mustard
1 medium onion, chopped
2 (14 ounce) cans kidney beans
2 cups low-sodium tomato juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef and onion in non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  • Stir brown sugar and mustard into meat.
  • Combine all ingredients in crockpot. Cover, cook on high for 2 hours. If convenient, stir several times during cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.7, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 35.1, Sodium 571.3, Carbohydrate 32.4, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 18.1, Protein 18.1

EASY SWEET CHILI



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I wanted to make a delicious Crockpot® chili that didn't take an hour to prepare. This one, you just open cans and dump them in! You can let this cook all day or it's ready after a couple of hours.

Provided by tmwood86

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 8h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ground beef
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped - or more to taste
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 tablespoon dried basil
2 (15 ounce) cans light red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
2 (15 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
3 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
2 (15 ounce) cans corn
3 tablespoons white sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Crumble ground beef into a skillet over medium heat. Stir garlic, oregano, chili powder, and basil into the beef; cook and stir until beef is completely browned, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Combine light red kidney beans, dark red kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and corn in crock of a slow cooker. Stir cooked ground beef into the bean mixture.
  • Cook on Medium-Low for 2 hours. Stir sugar into the chili and continue cooking as long as you can wait, at least 6 hours. Season with salt and black pepper to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566.9 calories, Carbohydrate 85.3 g, Cholesterol 47.3 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 22.9 g, Protein 33.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 1392.5 mg, Sugar 15.7 g

BROWN SUGAR CHILI 2



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This is based on Beelz's Cook recipe #283366...it was so delicious and I made some changes so I wanted to see the nutritional info. This is a yummy way to have chili!

Provided by ramsey_penegar

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 4h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 lb extra lean ground beef
1/2 cup brown sugar
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
1 stalk celery, diced
1 large carrot, diced
1 -2 bell pepper, diced
1 hot pepper
3 1/2 cups red kidney beans
1 (14 ounce) can no-salt-added diced tomatoes
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons chili powder
3 teaspoons red pepper flakes
14 ounces water

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef, onion, and garlic in non-stick skillet over medium heat.
  • Stir brown sugar and mustard into meat.
  • Combine all ingredients in crockpot. Cover. Cook on high 6-8 hours or on low 2-4 hours. Stir several times during cooking, if possible.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.4, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 35.1, Sodium 82.5, Carbohydrate 37.8, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 16.8, Protein 20

CHILI I



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Thick and spicy chili. Coffee and beer give this chili a unique and dynamite flavor. Garnish with shredded cheese and diced chile peppers.

Provided by ROBTX99

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound ground beef
¾ pound beef sirloin, cubed
1 (14.5 ounce) can peeled and diced tomatoes with juice
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle dark beer
1 cup strong brewed coffee
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
½ cup packed brown sugar
3 ½ tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
4 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans
4 fresh hot chile peppers, seeded and chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook onions, garlic, ground beef and cubed sirloin in oil for 10 minutes, or until the meat is well browned and the onions are tender.
  • Mix in the diced tomatoes with juice, dark beer, coffee, tomato paste and beef broth. Season with brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, cocoa powder, oregano, cayenne pepper, coriander and salt. Stir in 2 cans of the beans and hot chile peppers. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Stir in the 2 remaining cans of beans, and simmer for another 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.4 calories, Carbohydrate 65.3 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 17.6 g, Protein 32.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 1413.6 mg, Sugar 22.4 g

SWEET AND SPICY CHILI



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This recipe for sweet and spicy chili is the result of much experimenting. I knew I had perfected it when my husband took a pot to work, where one guy ate five bowls himself!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h40m

Yield 13 servings (1 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 20

3/4 pound beef sirloin tip steak, cubed
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 pound ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with mild green chilies, undrained
2 cans (6 ounces each) tomato paste
1 can (12 ounces) root beer
1 cup strong brewed coffee
1 cup beef broth
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon Creole seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown steak in oil. Remove and set aside. Add the ground beef, onions and garlic to the pan; cook and stir over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Drain., Return steak to the pan; stir in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low. Simmer, uncovered, for 2 hours or until beef is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 338 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 912mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the chili will be. Use fresh, flavorful tomatoes, tender cuts of meat, and aromatic spices. Adding a bit of sugar can balance out the acidity of the tomatoes and add a touch of sweetness to the chili.
  • Brown the meat well: This will help to develop flavor and create a rich, dark sauce. Be sure to drain any excess fat before adding the meat to the pot.
  • Use a variety of spices: Chili is a great way to experiment with different spices. Common spices used in chili include chili powder, cumin, oregano, and garlic powder. You can also add some heat with cayenne pepper or chipotle powder. Be sure to adjust the amount of spices to your taste.
  • Simmer for a long time: Chili is a dish that benefits from long, slow cooking. This will help to tenderize the meat and meld the flavors together. Aim to simmer the chili for at least 2 hours, or even longer if you have the time.
  • Garnish before serving: When you're ready to serve the chili, garnish it with your favorite toppings. Common toppings include shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped onions, and cilantro. You can also serve the chili with cornbread or crackers.

Conclusion:

Making chili with sugar is a great way to add a touch of sweetness and balance out the acidity of the tomatoes. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious and flavorful chili that everyone will enjoy. So next time you're in the mood for a hearty and comforting meal, give this chili recipe a try!

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