Texas Chili

Submitted by Chef shewmake

"If you dont want it as spicy then omit the serrano chilies. Dark beer is also a must for the best flavor."

 

• Ready In: 2hrs 30mins
• Ingredients: 17
• Serves: 6

ingredients

• 2 lbs 90% lean ground beef
• 3 cups onions, chopped
• 3 serrano chilies, chopped
• 2 cups green peppers, chopped
• 16 ounces kidney beans
• 3 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 2 teaspoons oregano
• 1⁄2 teaspoon red pepper
• 2⁄3 cup masa harina
• 29 ounces beef broth
• 32 ounces canned stewed tomatoes, undrained
• 24 ounces dark beer
• 2⁄3 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2 teaspoon hot sauce
• 4 tablespoons lemon juice

directions

1. Cook meat until brown. Drain and set aside.
2. Drain and rinse kidney beans. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large stock pot, saute onion, bell pepper, and chilies in oil until tender.
4. Combine meat, beans, vegetables, chili powder, cumin, oregano, garlic, and red pepper. Mix well.
5. Sprinkle mixture with Masa Harina. Mix well.
6. Add tomatoes, beer, salt, hot sauce, and beef broth. Bring to a boil.
7. Simmer over medium heat for 1 1/2 hours, stirring often.
8. Add lemon juice and simmer for 30 minutes.