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Flavorful Texas Style Beef Chili No Beans Recipe Easy Bold Spice

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A bold and smoky Texas-style beef chili with no beans, featuring a rich blend of spices and tender beef chunks. Perfect for game day or a hearty family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds (680g) ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups (475ml) beef broth (low-sodium recommended)
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 can (14 oz / 400g) diced tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ cup (120ml) dark beer (optional, can substitute with extra beef broth)
  • 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder

Instructions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until translucent and soft, about 6-8 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef. Break it up with a spoon and cook until no pink remains and meat starts to brown, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired, leaving a little for flavor.
  4. Stir in tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chipotle chili powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes to toast spices and deepen flavor.
  5. Pour in optional dark beer or ½ cup beef broth to deglaze the pot, stirring to lift browned bits. Let simmer for 2 minutes.
  6. Add diced tomatoes, remaining 1 ½ cups beef broth, and cocoa powder. Mix well and bring to a light boil, then reduce heat to low.
  7. Partially cover and simmer gently for 35-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Add broth or water if chili becomes too thick.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or chili powder as desired.
  9. Remove from heat and let chili rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For gluten-free, verify chili powder and broth labels. Adjust chipotle chili powder for milder heat. Browning meat well is key for deep flavor. Stir spices constantly when toasting to avoid burning. If chili is too thick, add broth; if too thin, simmer uncovered to reduce. Slow cooker option: brown beef and sauté onions first, then cook on low 6-8 hours.

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