Classic Texas Chili
Chili
Ingredients
1/4 cup vegetable oil
3 pounds beef round or chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 1/2 quarts water
4 to 6 tablespoons chili powder
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons TABASCO pepper sauce
2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons dried oregano leaves
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/3 cup white cornmeal
Hot cooked rice and beans (optional)
Description
Texas chili is unique from other chilis in that it does not contain beans or tomato sauce, or any tomato product. It is made primarily of meat and a thick and flavor chili paste made from dried peppers. ... Because of the reddish color from the chili, it is also known as Texas Red Chili or Cowboy Chili.
Directions
Heat oil in large saucepan or Dutch oven. Add beef and brown on all sides. Add water, chili powder, garlic, TABASCO sauce, salt, oregano and cumin; mix well. Bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat. Simmer 1 hour and 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add cornmeal and mix well. Simmer, uncovered, 30 minutes or until beef is tender. Garnish, if desired. Serve with rice and beans, if desired.