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Texas Chili Recipe

Texas Chili Recipe
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If you’re craving a warm and hearty dish perfect for chilly evenings, this Texas Chili Recipe is your answer! Packed with tender beef and a blend of aromatic spices, this chili is a comforting meal that’s sure to impress at family dinners or gatherings. With no beans in sight, the focus is on rich flavors and satisfying meatiness that will fill you up. The best part? You can easily customize the spice level to suit your taste! Whether you’re cooking for a weeknight dinner or planning a weekend fiesta, this authentic Texas chili recipe promises to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 3 ancho peppers
  • 3 pasilla peppers
  • 3 New Mexican dried peppers
  • 2.5 pounds beef chuck (cut into bite-sized cubes)
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium white onion (chopped)
  • 3 jalapeño peppers (chopped)
  • 2 serrano peppers (chopped, optional for extra heat)
  • 4 cloves garlic (chopped)
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 2.5 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons masa harina (corn flour)
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Toast the dried peppers in a dry pan for about 1-2 minutes per side until fragrant. Let cool, then remove stems and seeds.
  2. Soak the toasted peppers in hot water for about 20 minutes until softened, then blend into a smooth chili paste with some soaking water.
  3. Season beef chunks with cumin, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a large pot, heat one tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat; sear seasoned beef until browned.
  5. Add remaining olive oil, onions, jalapeños; sauté until softened. Stir in garlic.
  6. Return seared beef to pot, mix with chili paste, and cook together for another 2-3 minutes.
  7. Pour in beef stock and water; add brown sugar and masa harina. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about two hours until beef is tender.

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