🌶️ Wild Game Chili
Hearty Bear Meat Chili – Perfect for Game Day!
📌 In This Guide
🌶️ The Ultimate Game Day Chili
This wild game chili is packed with flavor! Made with tender bear meat, beans, and a blend of spices, it's the perfect dish for game day, cold winter nights, or any time you need a hearty meal.
📦 Ingredients
For Wild Game Chili
- 🥫 2 quarts canned bear meat – Shredded
- 🧅 1 large onion – Diced
- 🧄 3 cloves garlic – Minced
- 🫑 1 green bell pepper – Diced
- 🍅 2 cans diced tomatoes – 14.5 oz each
- 🫘 2 cans kidney beans – Drained and rinsed
- 🫘 1 can black beans – Drained and rinsed
- 🌶️ 3 tbsp chili powder
- 🌿 1 tbsp cumin
- 🌿 1 tsp oregano
- 🌶️ ½ tsp cayenne – Optional
- 🧂 Salt and pepper – To taste
- 💧 1 cup beef broth
- 🫒 2 tbsp olive oil
📝 Step-by-Step Instructions
Sauté Aromatics
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until soft, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Spices
Add chili powder, cumin, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
Add Meat & Liquids
Add shredded bear meat, diced tomatoes, beef broth, and beans. Stir to combine.
Simmer
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
Taste & Adjust
Taste and adjust seasonings to your preference.
Serve
Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
📄 Wild Game Chili – Full Recipe
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║ WILD GAME CHILI ║
║ Hearty Bear Meat Chili – Game Day Favorite! ║
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INGREDIENTS:
- 2 quarts canned bear meat (shredded)
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cans diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
- 2 cans kidney beans, drained
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 3 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- ½ tsp cayenne (optional)
- Salt and pepper
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Sauté onion, garlic, bell pepper
2. Add spices, cook 2-3 minutes
3. Add meat, tomatoes, broth, beans
4. Simmer 45-60 minutes
5. Adjust seasonings
6. Serve hot
"40 Quarts of bear meat done. I was up till 1
and then back at 7." 🐻🔥
🧀 Topping Ideas
💡 Pro Tips
- 🥫 Shred the meat – It absorbs more flavor
- 🌶️ Don't be shy with spices – Chili needs bold flavors
- 🔄 Simmer longer – The longer it cooks, the better it gets
- 🧊 Freezes well – Make extra for later
- 🌿 Fresh herbs – Add at the end for brightness
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Can I use fresh bear meat?
Yes! Brown it first before adding to the chili.
❓ How long does this chili last?
3-4 days refrigerated, 3 months frozen.
❓ What if I don't have bear meat?
Any game meat or beef works great.
❓ Can I make this in a slow cooker?
Yes! Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours.
❓ What's the best way to serve it?
With cornbread and all your favorite toppings!
❓ Why add beans?
They add texture and make the chili more hearty.
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