Real Texas Chili

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Servings: 1 pie Difficulty: Intermediate
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Authentic bean-free beef chili with deep, slow-simmered spices
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Real Texas Chili

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1 pie Calories: 819.4

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This authentic Real Texas Chili is a hearty, comforting dish that celebrates the bold flavors of traditional Texan cooking. Unlike other chili varieties, this recipe skips the beans, focusing instead on tender cubes of beef chuck that melt in your mouth after hours of slow simmering. The secret lies in the careful balance of spices—chili powder, cumin, and bay leaf create a deep, aromatic broth that coats every bite. The meat is seared to lock in juices before being braised until fork-tender, resulting in a rich, savory experience.

Directions

  1. Trim excess fat from the beef chuck and cut into 1/2-inch cubes.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the beef cubes with 1 tablespoon of chili powder and 2 tablespoons of olive oil until evenly coated.
  3. Cover the bowl and marinate the beef in the refrigerator for several hours or overnight for best results.
  4. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed stew pot over medium-high heat.
  5. Add the marinated beef to the pot in a single layer, ensuring pieces do not overcrowd the pan.
  6. Sauté the beef until browned on all sides, working in batches if necessary.
  7. Transfer the browned beef to a separate bowl and repeat the browning process with any remaining meat batches.
  8. Once all meat is browned, add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until softened and translucent.
  9. Return the beef and any accumulated juices to the pot. Add the remaining chili powder, minced garlic, ground cumin, bay leaf, salt, pureed tomatoes, and water.
  10. Stir to combine, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to medium-low.
  11. Cover the pot partially and simmer gently for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the beef is fork-tender.
  12. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1 pie

Amount Per Serving
Calories 819.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 52.3g81%
Saturated Fat 16.2g81%
Cholesterol 177.1mg60%
Sodium 2782.7mg116%
Total Carbohydrate 26.7g9%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g42%
Sugars 3.2g
Protein 62.8g126%

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

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