Tokyo Tom’S Bonzai Chili

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A robust, meat-heavy American chili packed with deep spices and tomato richness
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Tokyo Tom’S Bonzai Chili

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 1393.5

Description

This hearty Bonzai Chili is a true comfort food classic, featuring a generous amount of ground beef simmered slowly to develop deep, savory flavors. The blend of chili powder, cumin, and instant minced aromatics creates a rich, aromatic base that coats every bite. With a long simmer time, the tomato sauce and beef broth meld together into a thick, satisfying stew perfect for cold evenings. Its an ideal dish for feeding a crowd or making ahead for leftovers, offering a robust, protein-packed meal that tastes even better the next day.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Add ground beef to the pot and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no pink remains, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Drain off any accumulated fat from the pot.
  4. Stir in chili powder, instant minced onion, cumin, instant minced garlic, black pepper, Robert's Spice Blend, salt, ground red pepper, and bay leaf.
  5. Cook the spice mixture for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant and the meat is evenly coated.
  6. Pour in the tomato sauce and beef broth, stirring to combine with the meat and spices.
  7. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  8. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1393.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 83.9g130%
Saturated Fat 31.7g159%
Cholesterol 398.4mg133%
Sodium 830.9mg35%
Total Carbohydrate 14.5g5%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g33%
Sugars 2.6g
Protein 136.6g274%

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

Note

This chili is very meat-heavy. For a balanced texture, consider adding canned kidney beans or diced tomatoes during the simmering step.

If you prefer a thicker chili, simmer uncovered for the last 15-20 minutes to allow excess liquid to evaporate.

The flavor improves after sitting. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

"Robert's Spice Blend" is a specific seasoning mix. If unavailable, substitute with a blend of paprika, oregano, and a pinch of sugar.

Keywords: chili, beef, american, comfort food, slow cooker, dinner, meaty, spicy, tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder
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