Description
Transform ordinary hot dogs into a culinary masterpiece with this rich, spicy chili that’s perfect for gatherings and family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 small onion, diced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 6-oz can tomato paste
- 2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
- 1 lb lean ground chuck (90/10 or leaner)
Instructions
- Sauté onions in oil (just enough to cook them in) over medium heat in a saucepan for 5 minutes or until golden.
- Add garlic and continue cooking for 2 minutes.
- Add tomato paste then stir and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the paste just starts to brown on the bottom of the pan.
- Add water then stir well to deglaze the pan.
- Add chili powder and remaining spices then whisk until smooth.
- Add ground beef then stir the meat into the liquid with a whisk or fork.
- Bring to a low boil once the meat and sauce are uniformly combined.
- Cover and simmer for 30 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- Remove lid then continue simmering, uncovered, for 30 additional minutes or until chili has reached desired thickness.
- Cover and keep warm until ready to serve.
Notes
Top with shredded cheese, diced onions, or jalapeños for a spicy kick. Adjust spice levels to your liking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: main course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg