Proper Pub Grub Beef Chili Hearty Flavorful

Ingredients

• 2 lbs (900g) chuck steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional)
• 1 (28 ounce/800g) can crushed tomatoes
• 1 (15 ounce/425g) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (15 ounce/425g) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce/425g) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup (240ml) beef broth
• 1 bottle (330 ml) of dark ale (optional)
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
• Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
• Chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
• Diced red onion (optional)
• Lime wedges (optional)