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Numero Uno Chili

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This savory chili combines ground beef and pork with kidney beans, tomato juice, and a complex blend of spices including cocoa and cinnamon. Simmered for over an hour, it develops a deep, rich flavor perfect for a satisfying family dinner. The optional cornmeal helps thicken the broth and bind the fats for a hearty texture.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 379
Description
This savory chili combines ground beef and pork with kidney beans, tomato juice, and a complex blend of spices including cocoa and cinnamon. Simmered for over an hour, it develops a deep, rich flavor perfect for a satisfying family dinner. The optional cornmeal helps thicken the broth and bind the fats for a hearty texture.
Ingredients
  • olive oil
  • large yellow onions, chopped
  • coarsely ground beef (shank, shoulder or chuck)
  • coarsely ground pork
  • salt
  • mild, unseasoned chile powder
  • ground cumin (from toasted seeds, if possible)
  • dried Mexican oregano
  • unsweetened cocoa powder (NOT Dutch Process)
  • ground cinnamon
  • cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • tomato juice
  • beef stock or canned broth
  • medium garlic cloves, peeled and minced
  • yellow cornmeal (optional thickener)
  • dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
Directions
  1. 1
    In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the oil. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 20 minutes.
  2. 2
    Meanwhile, in a 4 to 5-quart heavy flameproof casserole or Dutch oven over medium heat, combine beef and pork. Season with 2 tablespoons salt and cook, stirring often, until meat has lost all its pink color and is evenly crumbled, about 20 minutes.
  3. 3
    Scrape onions into the casserole with the meats. Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, cocoa, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes.
  4. 4
    Stir in tomato juice and beef stock. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour.
  5. 5
    Taste, correct seasonings, and simmer another 30 minutes or until chili is thickened to your liking.
  6. 6
    Stir in the garlic. To thicken the chili further or to bind any surface fats, stir in the optional cornmeal.
  7. 7
    Stir in the beans and simmer another 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 379kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15.1g24%
Saturated Fat 5.0g25%
Cholesterol 57mg19%
Sodium 1089mg46%
Total Carbohydrate 32.7g11%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g34%
Sugars 3.3g
Protein 29.4g59%

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

Keywords: chili, beef, pork, kidney beans, american, cumin, cocoa, cinnamon, oregano, tomato juice, cornmeal, simmered, comfort food, dinner
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