Primal Meat Chili (Paleo, AIP, Animal-Based, Carnivore options)

Spice Up Your Dinner Routine with This Primal Meat Chili Recipe! It’s Paleo & Nightshade-Free with AIP, Animal-Based, & Carnivore Options!

Are you tired of the same old dinner routine? Do you want to spice things up and try something new? Look no further than this Primal Meat Chili Recipe.

This recipe is not only delicious, but it is also healthy and perfect for those who want to avoid nightshades in their diet. In this blog post and inside the recipe, we will explore ways to customize your chili if you are following a AIP, Animal-Based, Carnivore, Keto, and Paleo diet, mention a brief history on chili, and provide step-by-step instructions for making this flavorful and healthy main course!

It’s Easy to Customize Your Meat Chili

Chili has a long history dating back to the early 1800s in Texas. It was originally made with beef, chili peppers, onions, and spices. Over time, variations of chili have been created with different meats, beans, vegetables, and spices. This Primal Meat Chili Recipe is a twist on the classic chili recipe that is perfect for those who want to avoid nightshades and legumes in their diet.

This recipe uses ground beef as the protein source and substitutes traditional chili ingredients like bell peppers, tomatoes, and jalapenos with beet, pumpkin, and ginger. The spices used in this recipe include annatto (for that lovely red color!), cumin, and oregano, but you can customize the spices as needed to suit your specific type of Primal diet, like AIP or Animal-Based.

What are Nightshades and Why Might You Want to Avoid Them in Your Diet?

Nightshades are a group of plants that belong to the Solanaceae family. Some common nightshades include tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants, and sweet or hot peppers. While nightshades are not harmful to everyone, some people may experience adverse reactions when consuming them.

Those who have autoimmune diseases like RA, Celiac, or Hashimoto’s, or people with digestive issues may want to avoid nightshades in their diet as they can cause inflammation in the body. Additionally, some people may be allergic to nightshades or have a sensitivity to them.

*Personally, I do well with tomatoes, white potatoes, sweet peppers, eggplant, and ground cayenne chili pepper in moderation, though I do not tolerate any other chilis like Hatch, jalapenos, or habaneros.

Serving Suggestions and Pairings for the Chili

This Primal nightshade-free meat chili is delicious on its own but can also be served with various toppings such as avocado slices or shredded cheese.

It pairs well with cauliflower rice or sweet potato fries for a complete meal.

How to Store and Reheat Leftover Chili

To store leftover chili safely:

– Allow it to cool completely before transferring it to a large airtight container or individual containers.
– Store it in the refrigerator for up to four days or freeze it for up to three months.

To reheat leftover chili:

– Transfer it from the refrigerator or freezer into a pot over medium heat.
– Stir occasionally until heated through to a minimum of 165 F.

Enjoy a Flavorful and Healthy Dinner with Primal Meat Chili!

In conclusion, trying new recipes is an excellent way to spice up your dinner routine while also providing essential nutrients for your body. This nightshade-free version of meat chili is not only delicious but also healthy and perfect for those who want to avoid nightshades in their diet.

By following this recipe’s step-by-step instructions and adjusting the spice level to your taste preferences, you can enjoy a flavorful dinner that is both satisfying and nutritious as well as customized to your dietary needs. So why not give this recipe a try tonight? Your taste buds (and body) will thank you!

*Not medical advice.

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Primal Meat Chili

Spice Up Your Dinner Routine with This Primal Meat Chili Recipe! It's Paleo & Nightshade-Free with AIP, Animal-Based, & Carnivore Options!

Course dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine AIP, allergy friendly, American, autoimmune protocol, carnivore, gluten free, grain free, Nightshade-Free, nut-free, Paleo, Tex-Mex, whole30

Keyword Primal Meat Chili

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes

Total Time 1 hour hour 35 minutes minutes

Servings 6

Author Samantha

Ingredients

• 2 Tbsp tallow divided
• 1 onion diced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 2 inches fresh ginger peeled and grated
• 2 lb ground beef
• 2 cups bone broth
• 1 15-oz BPA-free can pumpkin puree
• 1 beet peeled and grated
• 3 Tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 Tbsp cocoa powder
• 1 tsp ground annatto optional, for color
• 1 heaping Tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Sea salt and black pepper to taste
• OPTIONAL: Slurry of 1-2 Tbsp arrowroot starch whisked with ¼ cup water
• GARNISH: Chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Instructions

• Add tallow to a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and cook for 8 minutes or until softened and lightly browned.
• Add garlic and ginger. Cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant but not browned.
• Crumble in the ground beef and cook until browned.
• Add broth, pumpkin, beet, vinegar, and dry seasonings. Increase heat to medium-high. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
• Simmer gently for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
• OPTIONAL: If you prefer a thicker chili, you can stir in the slurry after the 1 hour of simmering time is up, then simmer until thickened, about 3 minutes.

Notes

NOTES

Serving option: Enjoy served over white rice (Primal), cauliflower rice (Primal, Paleo, Keto, AIP), or plantain chips prepared in compliant oil (Primal, Paleo, AIP, Animal-Based). Top with shredded cheese (Primal, Keto, Animal-Based, Carnivore) or a sprinkling of nutritional yeast (Paleo, AIP).

For Keto: Omit beet, sub 2 stalks minced celery. Do not use the slurry option.

For AIP: Omit cocoa powder or sub carob powder. Omit annatto, cumin and coriander, sub 1 tsp ground turmeric. Omit black pepper.

For Animal-Based: Omit onion, sub 1 diced summer squash. Omit garlic and ginger. Omit beet, sub 1 large grated carrot. Omit cocoa powder, annatto, cumin, coriander, and black pepper. Increase oregano to 1 Tbsp. Do not use the slurry option.

For Carnivore: Omit onion, garlic, ginger, pumpkin, and beet. Increase ground beef to 3 lb. Omit vinegar, spices, slurry, and garnish if desired.