Paleo Beef and Plantain Chili (Whole30)

About This Recipe

An easy one pot meal ready in 25 minutes, this Paleo Beef and Plantain Chili is sweet and spicy and the perfect healthy comforting meal.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon avocado oil
• 1 medium onion, diced (320 grams)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef ((I used 85/15))
• 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
• 2 large bell peppers, diced (400 grams) (I used red and green)
• 1 poblano pepper, diced (120 grams)
• 1 jalapeño, diced
• 3 cups broth (I used homemade)
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) fire roasted tomatoes
• 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
• 1/2 tablespoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 large yellow plantains (400 grams) (try to find yellow ones with a few brown spots)
• 1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
• salt and pepper, to taste
• optional toppings: chips, coconut yogurt, jalapeño, cilantro...

Instructions

1. In a large stock over medium heat, add avocado oil and let it get hot, about 30 seconds. Add onion and garlic and sauté for 5 minutes, stirring frequently. Add beef and taco seasoning and sauté for another 5 minutes until browned on the outside.
2. Add peppers, jalapeño, broth, tomatoes, chili powder, cinnamon, red pepper flakes, and salt and pepper and let simmer for 3-5 minutes. Add plantains and cook for another 5-7 minutes until soft, but not mushy.* Turn off heat and stir in lime juice. Serve with chips, coconut yogurt, cilantro, jalapeño, and whatever else you like!