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Venison Chili Recipe

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A hearty venison chili that respects the meat, keeping it juicy and flavorful with a perfect blend of spices.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds ground venison, medium grind
  • 4 to 6 ounces beef tallow or pork fat, finely chopped or ground
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil if your venison is extra lean
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder or your favorite chili seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons kosher salt, to taste
  • 1 can (14 ounces) fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 1 to 2 cups beef broth, as needed
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon brewed coffee or instant espresso
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar or a squeeze of orange juice

Instructions

  1. Warm a large pot over medium heat. Add oil if your venison is very lean.
  2. Add the chopped fat and cook until it softens and renders slightly.
  3. Stir in onion and bell pepper. Cook until softened and lightly browned.
  4. Add garlic. Stir 30 seconds.
  5. Add venison. Season with salt. Brown it, breaking it up, until just cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  6. Sprinkle in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. Toast 1 minute to wake up the spices.
  7. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, and 1 cup broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  8. Add cocoa and coffee. Simmer 30 minutes, stirring now and then. Add more broth if it gets too thick.
  9. Fold in beans if using. Simmer 10 minutes more.
  10. Finish with vinegar or orange juice. Taste and adjust salt and heat.

Notes

Adjust seasonings to taste and consider adding different types of beans or peppers for variation.

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