Authentic Texas Chili Recipe

Name: Authentic Texas Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds course ground meat (beef, pork or combination); 1 onion chopped; 1 Tablespoon garlic crushed (2 cloves); 1 28-ounce can diced or whole tomatoes in juice; 2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons oregano; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon red pepper; 7 tablespoons chili powder; 1/2 cup chopped green onions; 1/2 grated cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

2 pounds course ground meat (beef, pork or combination)
1 onion chopped
1 Tablespoon garlic crushed (2 cloves)
1 28-ounce can diced or whole tomatoes in juice
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons oregano
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon red pepper
7 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 grated cheddar cheese

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1. Sear meat in large skillet for 3 minutes.
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2. Drain off extra fat, still leaving a little to coat the bottom of the pan.
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3. Add onion and and saute until translucent, about 4 minutes.
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4. Add garlic and saute 2 minutes.
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5. Crush tomatoes and mix into pan with their juice, and one can of water.
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6. Stir in cumin and chili powder and other seasonings.
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7. Simmer over low heat until meat is tender and chili thickens slightly, stirring occasionally, about 1 hour.
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8. Optionally you can add a can of red beans - but chili purists are particular about this.
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8. Serve chili with green onions and cheese on top.

102

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds course ground meat (beef, pork or combination), 1 onion chopped, 1 Tablespoon garlic crushed (2 cloves), 1 28-ounce can diced or whole tomatoes in juice, and more.

Yes, Authentic Texas Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Authentic Texas Chili

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