Chili for Chili Dogs Recipe

Name: Chili for Chili Dogs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/4 pound pancetta, chopped; 1 small onion, finely chopped; 2 cloves garlic, smashed; 1/2 red pepper, finely chopped; 2 dried ancho chilies, soaked in hot water for 15 minutes, seeded and chopped; 1 pound ground beef; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1 tablespoon chopped oregano; 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped; 1/2 cup tomato sauce; 1/2 cup beef broth; 1/2 cup beer; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 pound pancetta, chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, smashed
1/2 red pepper, finely chopped
2 dried ancho chilies, soaked in hot water for 15 minutes, seeded and chopped
1 pound ground beef
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 tablespoon chopped oregano
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1/2 cup tomato sauce
1/2 cup beef broth
1/2 cup beer
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

1
Warm olive oil and pancetta in large pan over medium heat.
2
Cook until pancetta has rendered its fat.
3
Remove with slotted spoon.
4
Add onion, garlic, pepper and chilies to pan, cook until onions are soft and translucent, about 10 minutes.
5
Spread beef in pan, and cook until no longer pink, and beginning to brown.
6
Stir in pancetta, chili powder, cumin, paprika, allspice and oregano.
7
Add tomatoes and tomato sauce, then stir in broth and beer.
8
Simmer for 35 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, more often at the end.
9
Chili is done when liquid has reduced and sauce just coats ingredients.
10
Stir in vinegar, and season to taste with salt.
11
Shut off heat, and rewarm gently when ready to spoon on hot dogs.

373

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 pound pancetta, chopped, 1 small onion, finely chopped, 2 cloves garlic, smashed, and more.

Yes, Chili for Chili Dogs 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chili for Chili Dogs

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Variations & substitutions

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