Hearty Homemade Lone Star Chili Perfect for Any Gathering
Enjoy a bowl of Homemade Lone Star Chili, a perfect dish for gatherings that brings warmth and comfort to all!
Equipment
- - Large pot
Ingredients
For the Chili Base
- 15 oz Tomato Sauce use your favorite brand
- 1 lb Ground Beef (80/20 blend) can substitute with ground turkey
- 1 Onion (diced) yellow or white onion
- 1 clove Garlic Clove freshly minced
- 1 tsp Cayenne Pepper adjust to preference
- 1 tbsp Cornmeal masa harina is an alternative
- 1 tbsp Ground Cumin freshly ground is ideal
- 10 oz Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies (Rotel brand) or use fresh ingredients
- 1 tsp Salt taste and adjust as needed
For Cooking
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil any neutral oil can be used
- 12 oz Beer consider Mexican lager or beef broth
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- In a large pot, add olive oil and warm it over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add the ground beef to the pot. Brown for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until there's minimal pink remaining. Transfer to a plate, leaving the flavorful fat in the pot.
- In the same pot, toss in the diced onion. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until it softens. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper. Cook for about 1 minute.
- Return the browned beef to the pot and pour in your chosen beer.
- Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and a sprinkle of salt. Stir everything together.
- Let the chili simmer uncovered over medium-low heat for 1 hour.
- After 45 minutes, taste the chili and adjust any salt or spices.
- Stir in the cornmeal and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Notes
This chili can be customized with toppings like cheese and jalapeños. Perfect to serve over cornbread or with tortilla chips.