Habanero Hellfire Chili

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 lbs ground pork
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped
• 1 habanero pepper, seeded and chopped (wear gloves!)
• 2 (15.5 oz) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 (15.5 oz) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 (15.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (12 oz) bottle of beer (optional)
• 1 Tbsp chili powder
• 1 Tbsp ground cumin
• 1 Tbsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

4-5 hours (can be made in a slow cooker or on the stovetop)

Difficulty Level:

3 (moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Brown the ground pork in a large pot over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the onion, bell peppers, jalapeños, and habanero to the pot. Sauté until softened about 10 minutes.
3. Stir in the black beans, kidney beans, tomatoes, beer (if using), chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer.
4. Simmer for at least 3 hours, or up to overnight if using a slow cooker. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 400 per serving
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Fiber: 10g
• Fat: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Spicy and flavorful
• Smoky and rich
• Perfect for a cold night or party

User Comments:

• "This chili is amazing! It's got the perfect balance of heat and flavor."
• "I made this for my family and they loved it. It's now a regular in our rotation."
• "I added some shredded cheese and sour cream to mine, and it was even better!"

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Wear gloves when handling the habanero pepper. It is extremely spicy!
• If you don't like it too spicy, omit or reduce the amount of habanero pepper.
• This chili can be made ahead of time and reheated when ready to serve.