MINNESOTA HUNTER'S CHILI

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Not terribly spicy, this hunter's chili can be kicked up with hot sauce for those who like it hotter, but is pretty flavorful. Beef can be used instead of game. Freezes well and makes a wonderful day-in-camp campfire meal. Serve over rice or mix in cooked pinto beans.

Provided by Danno

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Ground Pork Recipes

Time 2h50m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 tablespoons bacon fat
1 large red onion, chopped fine
2 pounds coarsely ground venison
1 pound coarsely ground beef
3 pounds coarsely ground pork
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 ½ tablespoons cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
3 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 cups water
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 tablespoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ cup masa harina

Steps:

  • Heat bacon fat in a 5-quart Dutch oven over medium heat. Add onion and cook until tender, about 5 minutes. Add venison and brown well, about 10 minutes.
  • Brown beef in a separate skillet over medium heat, 7 to 10 minutes; add to Dutch oven with venison. Brown pork in the skillet over medium heat, 10 to 15 minutes; add to Dutch oven with meat mixture. Add chili powder, cayenne pepper, garlic, and cumin. Cook over medium heat until flavors have combined, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes.
  • Stir tomato sauce, water, tomato paste, paprika, parsley, salt, and oregano into the meat mixture in the Dutch oven. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 1 hour. Stir occasionally and add water as needed.
  • Mix masa harina into the meat mixture in the Dutch oven; cook until thickened, at least 30 minutes. Add more water as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332 calories, Carbohydrate 9.7 g, Cholesterol 115.8 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 33.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 755.4 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

Aleezay Rajpoot
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I love that this recipe uses ground venison. It's a great way to use up leftover venison from hunting season.


callmecobb cobb
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. It's also really affordable, which is a bonus.


Desty Arinze
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I've never had chili with wild rice before, but it was delicious! I'll definitely be making this again.


JCKA Panther
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This chili is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's so hearty and flavorful. I love the addition of wild rice, which gives it a really unique flavor.


Weza Boss
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I made this chili for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.


Saifull Noha
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This chili is delicious! I love the combination of venison and wild rice. It's a really unique and flavorful dish.


akash bala
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I wasn't sure how I would like this chili, but I was pleasantly surprised! It's really flavorful and hearty. I especially love the texture of the wild rice.


John Dude
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This chili is amazing! The flavors are so complex and delicious. I especially love the smokiness from the chipotle peppers. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Ayesha Yaseen
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a huge fan of venison. But I was pleasantly surprised! The venison was cooked perfectly and the chili had a really delicious flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.


Brandi Bordelon
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now and it always turns out perfectly. The venison and wild rice give it a really unique flavor that I love.


Mohammad Maidul islam
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I made this chili last weekend and it was a huge hit with my family! Everyone loved the rich, savory flavor and the tender chunks of venison. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Sumon Raj
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This is the best chili recipe I've ever tried! It's so flavorful and hearty, and it's perfect for a cold winter day. I especially love the addition of wild rice, which gives it a unique and delicious flavor.