Best 6 Pa Paws Chili Recipes

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Pawpaw chili is a unique and flavorful dish that combines the sweet and savory flavors of pawpaws with the bold spices of chili. This hearty and satisfying stew is a perfect meal for a cold winter day or a casual get-together with friends. With a variety of ingredients and cooking methods to choose from, there's a pawpaw chili recipe out there for everyone. Whether you prefer a classic red chili, a smoky green chili, or a sweet and tangy white chili, you're sure to find a recipe that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

PAT'S FAMOUS BEEF AND PORK CHILI



Pat's Famous Beef and Pork Chili image

Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

6 slices thick-cut applewood smoked bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chipotle chili powder
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound 85 percent lean ground beef
1 pound ground pork
1 cup beer (recommended: Budweiser)
One 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
One 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
One 24-ounce can crushed tomatoes
One 24-ounce can diced tomatoes, with juice
Lime wedges, for garnish
Sour cream, for garnish
Shredded Cheddar, for garnish
Sliced scallions, for garnish

Steps:

  • In large heavy-bottomed Dutch oven, cook the bacon over medium heat until lightly crisp, stirring occasionally. Once the bacon is browned, add the garlic, onions, bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, chipotle chili powder, oregano, and smoked paprika and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cook until the vegetables are tender and seasonings are aromatic. Add the beef and break it up with a wooden spoon. Once beef is broken up and beginning to brown, add the pork. Break up with wooden spoon like the beef, and brown, until no longer pink, roughly 4 minutes. Stir in the beer and beans. Toss together, then add the crushed and diced tomatoes. Turn the heat down to low and simmer for 1 1/2 hours. Taste for seasoning and add salt and pepper, if necessary. Transfer the chili to serving bowls and garnish with lime wedges, sour cream, shredded cheese, and sliced scallions.

GRANDPA'S CHILI



Grandpa's Chili image

Not my grandpa's chili, but a family favorite of a co-worker of mine. Since I made this chili, I never went back to my own family recipe!

Provided by jeswes54

Categories     Beans

Time 1h

Yield 15-20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs lean ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 (15 ounce) cans chili beans
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried celery leaves
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 bay leaves
1 dash red pepper powder
1 dash paprika
3/4 cup catsup
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Brown meat and onions in a skillet; drain off fat. Add all other ingredients, bring to a boil, and then simmer for 30 to 45 minutes. Let stand in refrigerator for 24 hours. Reheat and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 234.3, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 39.3, Sodium 416.9, Carbohydrate 26.6, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 8.4, Protein 18.1

PA-PAW'S CHILI



Pa-Paw's Chili image

This is quick and tasty - a good 'eatin chili'. If you don't have pure chile powder, use chili powder. Likewise, use ground cumin if you don't have whole cumin seeds. Notes are added for using dried chiles instead of powder. I've worked on perfecting this recipe for well over a year and it changes as I improve it.

Provided by Red_Apple_Guy

Categories     Meat

Time 1h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons ground dried chile (ancho or pasilla if available, or use chili powder)
1 tablespoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon cumin seed, toasted and ground
3/4 teaspoon cumin seed, whole
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon cocoa
1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 lbs ground chuck, ground coarsely
1 (10 ounce) can tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel original)
8 ounces tomato sauce, unsalted
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
0.5 (14 ounce) can beef broth (or dark ale)
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, Lucks if possible
1/2 teaspoon chili-garlic sauce (optional, I use Sriracha)

Steps:

  • Spice Mix:.
  • Place the cumin seed in a skillet and toast on medium heat until aromatic.
  • Grind half the cumin seed in a mortar and pestle or in a blender later with other spices. Leave half the cumin seeds whole.
  • Chili:.
  • Cook ground meat until just gray and drain.
  • Add onion and garlic and cook until soft.
  • Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth and 1/3 of the spice mix.
  • Simmer for 30 minutes.
  • Add Beans and 1/3 of the spices and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add remaining spice mix and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Add water if needed to adjust consistency.
  • Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  • Note: If desired, substitute 2 ancho or 3 pasilla dried peppers for the chile and chili powder. Heat the broth to boiling and add the peppers to soak for about 5 to 10 minutes. Add spices and blend to make a spice puree. Use this as you would the spices.

CONTEST-WINNING PEPPERONI PIZZA CHILI



Contest-Winning Pepperoni Pizza Chili image

Pizza and chili together-what could be better? Fill folks up at halftime when you set out bowls of this chili. -Jennifer Gelormino, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds ground beef
1 pound bulk hot Italian sausage
1 large onion, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
1 can (16 ounces) hot chili beans, undrained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (12 ounces) pizza sauce
1 package (8 ounces) sliced pepperoni, halved
1 cup water
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, sausage, onion, green pepper and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain., Stir in the salsa, beans, pizza sauce, pepperoni, water, chili powder, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until heated through, about 20 minutes. Sprinkle servings with cheese. Freeze option: Before adding cheese, cool chili. Freeze chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little water if necessary. Sprinkle each serving with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Fat 28g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 1240mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

PAWPAW BREAD



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A wonderful fruit bread made from the largest edible fruit native to America. Ripe in the fall, this tropical fruit grows right here in the USA. Pawpaw can be used in many recipes calling for bananas.

Provided by Amaranth

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Fruit Bread Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 serving cooking spray
1 cup white sugar
⅓ cup butter, softened
2 eggs
1 ½ cups pawpaw pulp
⅓ cup tepid water
1 ⅓ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease the bottom of an 8-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.
  • Combine sugar and butter in a bowl; beat together until smooth. Beat in eggs. Add pawpaw pulp and water; beat until combined, about 30 seconds. Stir in flour, walnuts, baking soda, salt, and baking powder. Pour into the prepared loaf pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Allow to cool before slicing, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.3 calories, Carbohydrate 44.7 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 14.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 391.6 mg, Sugar 26.9 g

POPA'S SIMPLE WHITE CHILI



Popa's Simple White Chili image

A simple version of white chili that can be made on the stove top or in a slow cooker. This is our go-to chili for those chilly winter days. Cook on Low in a slow cooker for 4 hours if preferred. Serve with garlic cheese bread. Enjoy.

Provided by bd.weld

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     White Chili Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ¼ pounds ground turkey
1 tablespoon low-sodium chicken base (such as Better Than Bouillon®)
3 cups boiling water
3 (14.5 ounce) cans Great Northern beans, drained
1 (28 ounce) can green enchilada sauce
2 (4 ounce) cans diced green chiles, undrained
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon granulated garlic
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried Mexican oregano
1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped
1 onion, diced

Steps:

  • Crumble ground turkey into a Dutch oven over medium heat; cook and stir until turkey is browned, 10 to 15 minutes. Drain and discard any excess grease.
  • Stir chicken base and boiling water together in a bowl until base is dissolved; pour over cooked ground turkey. Add Great Northern beans, enchilada sauce, green chiles, chopped onion, granulated garlic, cumin, and oregano; stir well. Simmer until flavors have blended, about 1 hour. Spoon chili into bowls.
  • Combine cilantro and diced onion in a bowl; sprinkle over chili for serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.1 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 42.8 mg, Fat 6.5 g, Fiber 7.8 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 575.7 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of pawpaw: Use ripe, yellow pawpaws for the best flavor and texture.
  • Prepare the pawpaws properly: Peel and seed the pawpaws before cooking. You can use a spoon or a melon baller to remove the seeds.
  • Use a variety of spices: Chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder are all common spices used in chili. You can also add other spices to taste, such as cayenne pepper, paprika, or oregano.
  • Simmer the chili for a long time: This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together. Simmer the chili for at least 1 hour, or up to 3 hours for a richer flavor.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings include cheese, sour cream, onions, and cilantro.

Conclusion:

Pawpaw chili is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is a great way to use up ripe pawpaws, and it is also a healthy and affordable meal. With its unique flavor and texture, pawpaw chili is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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