Chili Parlor Chili
Ground beef simmers with broth, tomato sauce, cocoa, Worcestershire, soy sauce, and layered spices for a bold bean-free chili.
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 lb ground beef (90/10 or 80/20)
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce or puree
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons chili flakes
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- to taste kosher salt and black pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook for 3–5 minutes, breaking up the meat until mostly browned.
- Add broth, tomato sauce, chili powder, cocoa powder, Worcestershire sauce, chili flakes, paprika, soy sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer. Lower heat, cover the pot, and cook for 35–40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
Notes
This is a thinner, Texas-style chili — no beans, just beef and bold flavor. Tastes even better the next day!
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingsCalories: 275kcalCarbohydrates: 6.3gProtein: 23.8gFat: 13.8gSaturated Fat: 4.5gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 825mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2.5g