Wick Fowler 2 Alarm Chili
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4.8
Wick Fowler 2 Alarm Chili
Description
The Wick Fowler 2 Alarm Chili starts with browned ground beef, to which a distinctive spice blend is added, featuring paprika, cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper, oregano, and dehydrated onion and garlic powders. Tomato sauce and water form the simmering base, generating a rich chili broth. Incorporating masa harina mixed in hot water acts as a natural thickener, enhancing the chili's consistency without overpowering flavors.
This chili is cooked slowly to blend spices fully and tenderize the beef. The heat level is customizable by adjusting cayenne pepper quantity. Optional beans can enrich the dish’s texture and contribute additional flavor, though they are not required.
Serve the chili as a filling main, ideally with toppings or garnishes of choice. The recipe’s approach to pre-mixing spices and evenly distributing masa reduces preparation errors. This recipe encourages making it your own by calibrating spice heat and experimenting with thickening agents.
For even seasoning, pre-measure spices before cooking. Mix masa with hot water separately to prevent lumps. Taste and control cayenne pepper carefully to fit personal heat preference.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
Spice Mix
- 1 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons masa
- 2 teaspoons dehydrated onion 1/2 cup chopped fresh onion
- 1/2 teaspoon dehydrated garlic 1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
- 1 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 cup chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 16 ounces water
Instructions
- Brown the beef in a large pot or Dutch oven. Drain beef.
- Add the spices (with the exception of the masa) and stir in thoroughly. Add tomato sauce and water. If desired add 1 (14 ounce) can of beans. Reduce temperature to simmer.
- Simmer for about 30 minutes. If you want to thicken the chili, mix the masa in a 1/4 cup of hot water. Stir the masa until smooth. Pour the masa mixture into the chili. Cook until the chili thickens and serve.
Notes
- Start with less cayenne pepper and add more gradually to control chili heat precisely.
- Mix masa harina with hot water before adding to chili to avoid lumps and ensure smooth thickening.
- If masa is unavailable, crushed corn chips or cornstarch can be used as thickening substitutes.
- Pre-measuring all spices before cooking helps streamline preparation and ensures consistent seasoning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 312 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 312kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 80mg | 27% |
| Sodium | 664mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 441mg | 9% |
| Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 360IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 2.9mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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4.8
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