Tommy's Chili
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4.7
Tommy's Chili
Description
Tommy's Chili starts with finely processed carrots mixed into ground beef, creating a base that adds subtle sweetness and texture without overpowering the dish. The seasoning includes a balanced combination of chili powder, paprika, garlic and onion powders, black pepper, salt, and cayenne pepper for a layered, moderate heat. Masa harina acts as a thickening agent, giving the chili body and a slight corn undertone.
After browning the beef and carrots together, the recipe incorporates a mix of beef broth, vinegar, and flour that simmers gently for about 30 minutes. This slow cooking step thickens the chili and allows the flavors to develop fully, resulting in a hearty, well-seasoned chili with a rich texture. The white vinegar adds brightness that cuts through the richness.
This slightly thick chili is suitable for serving alongside bread or over rice, or using as a filling for chili dogs or tacos. The inclusion of carrots makes it a practical way to add vegetables to a classic beef chili without changing the expected flavor profile.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef , (85/15)
- 1 large carrot
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons masa harina , (corn flour)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1/4 cup flour
Instructions
- Add your carrots to a food processor until they're very finely chopped and the food processor stops making them smaller.
- Add the ground beef and carrots to a large dutch oven on medium high heat and cook until the beef is no longer pink, breaking it apart as you go, about 5-6 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium and add in the chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper and masa harina, stirring well to combine.
- In a small cup whisk together the beef broth, vinegar and flour until the flour is completely absorbed, then add it into the pot.
- Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for an additional 30 minutes to thicken.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 201 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 201kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 51mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 296mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 308mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 2589IU | 52% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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