Reno Red Chili

Servings: 6 Difficulty: Beginner
Hearty American-Style Beef Chili with New Mexico Peppers
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Reno Red Chili

Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 6 Calories: 2783

Description

This robust American chili features a blend of ground round and chuck steak, simmered with dried New Mexico peppers, oregano tea, and beer. The dish is thickened with masa harina and seasoned with cumin, chili powder, and vinegar for a deep, savory flavor. It serves six and is perfect for cold weather or family gatherings.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Brown meat in oil or fat, adding black pepper to taste. Drain meat and add chili powder, cumin, MSG, garlic, and chopped onion. Cook for 30 - 45 minutes using as little liquid as possible. Add water only as necessary. Stir often.
  2. Remove skins from boiled chile pods. Mash the pulp and add to meat mixture.
  3. Strain oregano tea, then add to meat mixture along with paprika, vinegar, 2/3 of the beef broth, green chiles, stewed tomatoes, and Tabasco sauce. Simmer 30 - 45 minutes, stirring often.
  4. Dissolve masa flour into remaining beef broth then pour into chili. Simmer another 30 minutes, stirring often.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 2783kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 158g244%
Saturated Fat 48g240%
Cholesterol 466mg156%
Sodium 3930mg164%
Total Carbohydrate 177g59%
Dietary Fiber 80g320%
Sugars 25g
Protein 205g410%

* 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, american, new mexico, masa, oregano, beer, spicy, dinner, comfort food
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