Oktoberfest Chili

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This hearty Oktoberfest chili has a little kick and a German twist.

Submitted by bbuedel
Updated on September 24, 2024
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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
5 hrs 20 mins
Total Time:
5 hrs 45 mins
Servings:
14
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 14 servings

  • 2 ½ pounds fresh bratwurst links, cut into 1-inch slices

  • 2 tablespoons bacon drippings, divided

  • 1 large onion, diced

  • 1 green bell pepper, diced

  • 2 jalapeño peppers, diced

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans red beans, drained and rinsed

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans petite diced tomatoes

  • 2 (15 ounce) cans tomato sauce

  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

  • 2 (12 fluid ounce) cans tomato juice

  • 2 cups sauerkraut, drained

  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle German-style beer

  • ¼ cup chili powder

  • 3 tablespoons white sugar

  • 1 tablespoon salt

  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper

  • 1 tablespoon cumin

  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder

  • 2 teaspoons paprika

  • 1 teaspoon allspice

  • 1 teaspoon oregano

  • 2 ½ ounces milk chocolate candy

Directions

  1. Cook and stir bratwurst in 1 tablespoon bacon drippings in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and no longer pink inside, about 15 minutes. Drain excess grease.

  2. Heat remaining 1 tablespoon bacon drippings in a large, deep pot over medium heat. Add onion, bell pepper, jalapeños, and garlic; cook and stir until onion is translucent, about 8 minutes. Add bratwurst to the pot; stir in red beans, petite diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, crushed tomatoes, tomato juice, sauerkraut, beer, chili powder, sugar, salt, black pepper, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, allspice, and oregano.

  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer; stir in milk chocolate until melted and dissolved. Simmer for 5 hours, stirring occasionally.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

433 Calories
25g Fat
36g Carbs
17g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 14
Calories 433
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25g 32%
Saturated Fat 10g 49%
Cholesterol 50mg 17%
Sodium 2223mg 97%
Total Carbohydrate 36g 13%
Dietary Fiber 8g 28%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 17g 33%
Vitamin C 37mg 41%
Calcium 109mg 8%
Iron 5mg 27%
Potassium 712mg 15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.