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Real Chili Lover’s Chili

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This hearty American-style chili is a true comfort food classic, designed for those who love bold, savory flavors. The dish features tender cubes of chuck beef slow-simmered in a rich mixture of beef stock, tomato sauce, and beer, creating a deep, complex broth. Aromatics like chopped onion, jalapeños, and a blend of spices including cumin, garlic powder, and paprika provide warmth and heat. The secret ingredient is masa, which is mixed into a paste and stirred in near the end to thicken the chili to a luxurious, velvety consistency without using flour or cornstarch.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6
Calories: 567.5
Description
This hearty American-style chili is a true comfort food classic, designed for those who love bold, savory flavors. The dish features tender cubes of chuck beef slow-simmered in a rich mixture of beef stock, tomato sauce, and beer, creating a deep, complex broth. Aromatics like chopped onion, jalapeños, and a blend of spices including cumin, garlic powder, and paprika provide warmth and heat. The secret ingredient is masa, which is mixed into a paste and stirred in near the end to thicken the chili to a luxurious, velvety consistency without using flour or cornstarch.
Ingredients
  • Chuck beef, cubed in stew-sized pieces
  • Onion, chopped
  • Suet or vegetable oil
  • Jalapeños, stemmed, seeded, and halved
  • Tomato sauce
  • Beer
  • Beef stock
  • Cumin, ground
  • Garlic powder
  • Pepper, ground
  • Chili powder
  • Masa harina
  • Water
  • Paprika
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat the suet or vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Add the cubed chuck beef and brown well on all sides, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
  3. 3
    Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4
    Stir in the jalapeños, tomato sauce, beer, beef stock, cumin, garlic powder, ground pepper, and half of the chili powder.
  5. 5
    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for about 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
  6. 6
    In a small bowl, mix the masa harina with water to form a smooth, lump-free paste.
  7. 7
    Stir the masa paste quickly into the simmering chili to thicken it.
  8. 8
    Add the paprika and the remaining chili powder to the pot.
  9. 9
    Continue to cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld and the chili to thicken further.
  10. 10
    Remove the jalapeño halves from the chili before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 567.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34.0g53%
Saturated Fat 13.6g68%
Cholesterol 177.1mg60%
Sodium 163.4mg7%
Total Carbohydrate 12.0g4%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 4.0g
Protein 59.0g118%

* 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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