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Texas Chili Recipe

Texas Chili Recipe
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A classic Texas Chili recipe featuring tender beef, rich spices, and a hearty broth. This chili is known for its deep flavor and is perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs chuck roast, trimmed and cut into 1/2-inch cubes (or coarse ground beef)
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 large onions, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1/4 cup chili powder
  • 2 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper (or more, to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Optional garnishes: shredded cheddar cheese, chopped fresh jalapeños, sour cream, corn chips

Instructions

  1. In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches, searing on all sides. Remove beef and set aside. If using ground beef, brown and drain fat.
  2. Add chopped onions to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Return beef to the pot. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
  4. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 2-3 hours (or up to 4 hours), stirring occasionally, until the beef is very tender and the flavors have melded. For thicker chili, remove the lid for the last 30-60 minutes of cooking.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. If you prefer a richer flavor, you can add a square of unsweetened chocolate or a spoonful of cocoa powder during the last hour of cooking.
  6. Ladle into bowls and serve hot with desired garnishes.

Notes

  • For a spicier chili, increase the amount of cayenne pepper.
  • If you don’t have chuck roast, other tough cuts of beef suitable for stewing can be used.
  • The longer the chili simmers, the more the flavors will develop.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the beef and use vegetable broth and add beans and extra vegetables like bell peppers and corn.

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Find it online: https://www.masterthecook.com/texas-chili/