This classic San Francisco recipe delivers a robust, comforting bowl of chili beans that tastes even better the next day. It combines earthy pinto beans with rich tomato sauce, aromatic onions, and a blend of spices for a complex, hearty flavor profile. The long simmering time allows the beans to become incredibly tender while absorbing all the savory notes. Perfect for chilly evenings, potlucks, or as a satisfying vegetarian main dish. It’s a timeless, home-style meal that brings warmth and nostalgia to any table.
Chili Beans From San Francisco Fire Department
Description
This classic San Francisco recipe delivers a robust, comforting bowl of chili beans that tastes even better the next day. It combines earthy pinto beans with rich tomato sauce, aromatic onions, and a blend of spices for a complex, hearty flavor profile. The long simmering time allows the beans to become incredibly tender while absorbing all the savory notes. Perfect for chilly evenings, potlucks, or as a satisfying vegetarian main dish. It&# 226;ÂÂs a timeless, home-style meal that brings warmth and nostalgia to any table.Ingredients
Directions
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Rinse the dry pinto beans thoroughly and place them in a large pot.
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Cover the beans with cold water by about two inches.
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Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
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Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 3 hours, adding more hot water as needed to keep beans submerged.
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In a separate skillet, slowly brown the ground beef over medium heat until no pink remains.
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Add the chopped onion to the skillet and sauté until softened and translucent.
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Drain the beans if desired, then add the browned beef and onion mixture to the pot of beans.
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Stir in the red chili sauce, stewed tomatoes, vinegar, and chili powder.
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Cover and continue to simmer gently for another 3 hours, or until the beans are very tender and the liquid has thickened to a stew-like consistency.
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Season with salt and pepper to taste just before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 435.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 13.8g22%
- Saturated Fat 2.1g11%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 2311.7mg97%
- Total Carbohydrate 77.6g26%
- Dietary Fiber 44.2g177%
- Sugars 9.1g
- Protein 23.2g47%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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