Spicy and Hearty Texas Chili Recipe

This Texas-style chili is packed with bold flavors and a kick of spice. Made with tender beef, kidney beans, and a blend of aromatic spices, this chili is the perfect comfort food for chilly nights. It's easy to make and can be served with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped onions. Get ready to dig into a bowl of hearty goodness!

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
• 2 cans (15.5 ounces each) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 2 cups beef broth
• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped onions, chopped cilantro

Directions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
2. Add the beef cubes and brown them on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and jalapeno peppers. Cook until the onion is translucent and the peppers are softened.
4. Add the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the onions and peppers with the spices.
5. Return the beef to the pot and add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, kidney beans, and beef broth. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
6. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
7. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt or spices according to your preference.
8. Serve the Texas chili hot with optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped onions, and chopped cilantro.

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