Texas-Style Spicy Beef Chili
This chili recipe features a rich and complex flavor profile with a hint of sweetness from the chocolate. Adjust the spice level by adding more or fewer dried ancho chili peppers according to your preference. Serve with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions for a satisfying meal.
Ingrediënten
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 pounds chili meat ground beef or cubed beef
- 2 large onions finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 4 tablespoons paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 28 ounces canned tomato sauce
- 28 ounces canned whole tomatoes
- 3 cups water divided
- 6 dried ancho chili peppers seeds removed
- 1 4.5 oz milk chocolate candy bar
Instructies
- Heat oil in a 5 to 6 quart pan over medium heat.
- Add chili meat and chopped onions.
- Saute, stirring frequently, until meat is browned and onions are soft.
- Add garlic powder, dried oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, canned tomato sauce, and canned whole tomatoes (chopped into large pieces) to the pan.
- Stir to combine.
- In a separate pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.
- Add dried ancho chili peppers and simmer until peppers are soft, about 10-15 minutes.
- Drain the peppers and transfer them to a blender.
- Puree until smooth.
- Add the pureed peppers to the meat mixture in the pan.
- Rinse the blender with the remaining 1 cup of water and add it to the pan as well.
- Break the milk chocolate candy bar into pieces and add it to the chili mixture.
- Allow the chili to simmer over low heat for approximately 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot and enjoy the bold flavors of Texas-style spicy beef chili!
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Wine Advice:
Pair this bold and spicy chili with a robust red wine such as Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon.Nutritional Information
Calories: 380 kcal | Carbohydrates: 12 g | Protein: 24 g | Fat: 25 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 6 g
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