Best 6 Zesty Steak Chili Recipes

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Welcome to the world of culinary delight! Embark on a journey to discover the secrets behind the tantalizing "Zesty Steak Chili," a dish that awakens taste buds and sets the stage for an extraordinary culinary experience. This comprehensive guide will lead you through the steps of selecting the finest ingredients, mastering the art of cooking steak to perfection, and blending a rich combination of flavors that will leave you craving more. We will explore the secrets of creating a zesty chili that is packed with flavor, offering tips and tricks to elevate your dish to new heights. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure that will redefine your perception of chili.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

STEAK CHILI



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This steak chili is the best beef chili recipe ever. That's a big statement, but it's true. It has a rich flavor and the tender chunks of slow-cooked chuck steak are dreamy. We go easy on the beans, but you can either omit them or add extra as you like. You'll want to keep this steak chili recipe in your back pocket so you can pull it out every weekend.

Provided by Kristen Stevens

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h30m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lb stewing beef (cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 teaspoon EACH: salt and pepper
2 tablespoons oil (divided)
1 large onion (minced)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
2 stalks celery (minced)
5.5 ounce can tomato paste
3 tablespoons chili powder (see notes)
1 teaspoon EACH: oregano and cumin
3 cups beef bone broth (see notes)
28 ounce can crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoons honey
14 ounce can kidney beans (drained and rinsed (omit for paleo chili))

Steps:

  • Dry the beef well with paper towels then sprinkle the salt and pepper over the top.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add half of the beef and brown well on 2 sides. Remove it from the pan and repeat with the remaining beef, adding more oil as needed. Remove the second batch of browned beef from the pot.
  • Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan. Add the onion and cook until it is soft and starts to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and celery and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Push the veggies to the side of the pan and add the tomato paste. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, or until it becomes sweet smelling. Add the chili powder, oregano, and cumin to the pot and mix.
  • Pour the beef broth into the pot and scrape the bottom of the pot with your mixing spoon to remove any of the dark stuck on bits. Add the crushed tomatoes, honey, and browned beef and bring the pot to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Very gently simmer the steak chili for 2 hours. (See notes)
  • Just before serving, add the beans and let them warm. Season to taste with salt.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 cups, Calories 608 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 38 g, Fat 36 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, TransFat 2 g, Cholesterol 107 mg, Sodium 1161 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 18 g, UnsaturatedFat 19 g

ZESTY STEAK CHILI



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This full-flavored, medium-hot, Texas-style chili tastes even better the second day. -Michelle Smith, Running Springs, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h40m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 pounds beef top round steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup canola oil
3 cups chopped onion
2-3/4 cups water, divided
2 cups sliced celery
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (15 ounces each) no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt, optional
1 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup yellow cornmeal
Shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, reduced-fat sour cream, sliced green onions and sliced ripe olives, optional

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, saute steak and garlic in oil until browned. Add onion; cook and stir for 5 minutes. Stir in 2 cups water and next nine ingredients; bring to a boil. , Reduce heat; cover and simmer 2 hours or until tender. Combine flour, cornmeal and remaining water; stir until smooth. Bring chili to a boil. Add flour mixture; cook and stir 2 minutes or until thickened. If desired, garnish with reduced-fat cheese, reduced-fat sour cream, onions and olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 51mg cholesterol, Sodium 247mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SPICY STEAK MARINADE



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My family loves this slightly spicy marinade, we've even cooked it down and added tomato sauce and made it into a type of basting/barbeque sauce. Place steaks in a resealable plastic bag and pour marinade over the top. Allow to rest for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for best flavor and tenderness.

Provided by Jesi A.

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Marinade Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup water
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons prepared yellow mustard
1 tablespoon minced onion
½ teaspoon minced garlic
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Combine water, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, mustard, onion, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 29 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 1.4 g, Sodium 1157.1 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

STEAK CHILI



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A hearty version of chili with steak instead of hamburger.

Provided by BECOTTE

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

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds steak - cut into 1 inch cubes
2 onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 green chile pepper
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
2 (29 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, drained

Steps:

  • In a large pot over medium high heat, combine the oil and steak and saute for about 5 minutes, or until steak is browned. Add the onions, garlic and chile pepper and saute for another 5 minutes, or until the onions are translucent.
  • Add the chili powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, tomatoes and kidney beans. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about one hour. Remove cover and simmer for another 30 minutes, or until you've reached your desired thickness.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.1 calories, Carbohydrate 26.3 g, Cholesterol 101.3 mg, Fat 28.3 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 36.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 894.8 mg, Sugar 8.9 g

SPICY STEAK CHILI



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My own recipe. At the name implies, it's pretty spicy; if you want it milder, add one less jalapeño, switch the habanero out for a cayenne, or both. Steak is optional; it also works with ground beef, ground pork, or pretty much any other meat you can think of. To make it vegetarian-friendly, skip the meat and add extra corn and/or some black beans.

Provided by taylorkerns

Categories     Stew

Time 50m

Yield 20 cups, 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lbs steak, diced
2 white onions, diced
3 jalapeno peppers, diced
4 cups water
3 (15 1/2 ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with juice
2 (12 ounce) cans tomato paste
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can corn, drained
1 habanero pepper, diced
1 orange bell pepper, diced
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons cumin
2 teaspoons oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • In a large pot, combine steak, onion, and jalapeño. Sauté over medium low heat until steak browns.
  • Add water, kidney beans, corn, diced tomato, tomato paste, habanero, and bell pepper. Stir. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce to low heat. Add sugar, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Stir thoroughly. Cover and let simmer for at least 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.5, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 35.8, Sodium 477.9, Carbohydrate 30.7, Fiber 7.7, Sugar 8.2, Protein 21.9

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:

  • Choose the right cut of beef. Chuck roast or flank steak are good choices for chili because they have a lot of flavor and can withstand long cooking times.
  • Brown the beef before adding it to the chili. This will help to develop the flavor and prevent the beef from becoming tough.
  • Use a variety of beans. This will give the chili a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
  • Add plenty of spices. Chili is a great way to use up your favorite spices. Some good options include chili powder, cumin, oregano, and garlic powder.
  • Let the chili simmer for a long time. This will help to develop the flavors and make the chili more tender.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings. Some good options include sour cream, cheese, onions, and avocado.

Conclusion:

Zesty steak chili is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a hearty and flavorful chili that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give zesty steak chili a try. You won't be disappointed!

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