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Keto Smoked Brisket Chili Recipe

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This Keto Smoked Brisket Chili is smoky, hearty, and packed with bold flavors without the carbs! Made with tender smoked brisket, rich spices, and no beans, it’s the perfect low-carb comfort food. Great for meal prep, game day, or a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

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Meat & Base:

  • 2 lbs smoked brisket, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or beef tallow
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Spices & Seasoning:

  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Tomato & Liquid:

  • 1 (14.5 oz) can fire-roasted tomatoes, crushed
  • 1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (sugar-free)

Extras:

  • 1 small jalapeño, diced (optional)
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp cocoa powder

Optional Toppings:

  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Sliced avocado
  • Fresh cilantro
  • Chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. Sauté the Aromatics – Heat the olive oil or beef tallow in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until soft (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and stir for another minute.
  2. Toast the Spices – Add chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and salt. Stir for 30 seconds to release the flavors.
  3. Build the Base – Stir in the tomato paste, fire-roasted tomatoes, beef broth, and Worcestershire sauce. Mix well.
  4. Add the Brisket – Stir in the chopped smoked brisket and diced jalapeño if using. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Balance the Flavors – Stir in apple cider vinegar and cocoa powder before serving. This enhances the depth of flavor.
  6. Serve & Enjoy – Top with cheese, sour cream, avocado, or fresh cilantro. Serve hot!

Notes

  • If you don’t have smoked brisket, you can use leftover roast beef or shredded beef, but it won’t have the same smoky flavor.
  • Adjust spice levels by adding more or less chili powder, jalapeño, or even a dash of cayenne.
  • For a thicker chili, let it simmer longer or blend a small portion and mix it back in.

Please note: The recipe or ingredients shown in the video might vary slightly from what’s listed here. Use the video as an illustration, but for the best results, you might want to stick to the recipe provided in this article.

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Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-smoked-brisket-chili/