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Jeff’s Fiery Chili

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Some recipes warm you up.
This one nearly lit the place on fire.

I used two habaneros — including the seeds — and learned my lesson fast. Next time, I’m taking it down a notch to one. Still plenty of heat, just less “question your life choices” territory.

It’s smoky, meaty, and full of flavor that hits before the burn does.
A proper Sunday simmer. A little chaos in a pot.
Welcome to Jeff’s Fiery Chili.

A steaming bowl of Jeff’s Fiery Chili topped with melted cheddar, sliced green onions, and a dollop of sour cream — rich, smoky red color with visible bits of beef, sausage, and peppers.
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Jeff's Fiery Chili

Ingredients

  • 1 habeneros
  • 1 green pepper chopped
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 6 cloves garlic
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 lb hot Italian sausage
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbs chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp tobacco
  • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1, 14.5 oz can kidney beans rinsed
  • 1, 14.5 oz black beans rinsed
  • 1, 28 oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1, 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1, 14.5 oz tomatoe purée
  • 1 bottle harp beer
  • 1/2 can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. chop the peppers and add some sauce
  • 1 can green chilis

Instructions

Brown the Meat

  • In a large heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef and sausage.

Sauté the Veggies

  • Add onion, green and habanero peppers, and garlic. Cook 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Add Spices

  • Stir in the black pepper, chili powder, cayenne, oregano, and garlic powder.
  • Let the spices bloom for about 2 minutes.

Deglaze the Pot

  • Add Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, and the beer.
  • Scrape up any brown bits from the bottom for max flavor.

Add the Base

  • Mix in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato purée, beans, green chilis, and chipotle peppers (with adobo).

Simmer Down

  • Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to low and simmer uncovered for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • The chili will thicken and deepen in color as it cooks.

Adjust and Finish

  • Taste and salt as needed. Add the dark chocolate or brown sugar for smooth, smoky richness.
  • If it’s still a bit fiery, stir in a touch of sour cream before serving.

Video

@jefsmk

Jeff’s Fiery Chili 🔥 No mercy. Just heat, smoke, and pure flavor. #SmekerBuilt #ChiliRecipe #HomemadeHeat #DadCooks #FieryFood

♬ original sound - Jeff Smeker

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