Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 4-6
Savor the bold flavors of the Lone Star State with this Texas-Style Brisket Chili! 🍲✨ This hearty and smoky dish skips the beans and lets tender chunks of beef brisket and rich spices take center stage. Perfect for gatherings, game days, or a comforting dinner that captures the essence of Texas cuisine.
Ingredients For Texas-Style Brisket Chili
🔥For the Chili:
☑2 lbs beef brisket, cut into bite-sized chunks
☑1 large onion, diced
☑3 garlic cloves, minced
☑2 tablespoons🥄 vegetable oil
☑2 tablespoons🥄 chili powder
☑1 teaspoon🥄 smoked paprika
☑1 teaspoon🥄 cumin powder
☑1 teaspoon🥄 dried oregano
☑1/2 teaspoon🥄 cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
☑1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
☑2 cups beef broth
☑1 tablespoon🥄 tomato paste
☑Salt and pepper, to taste
🔥For the Toppings (Optional):
☑Shredded cheddar cheese
☑Sliced jalapeños
☑Sour cream
☑Fresh cilantro
Cooking Steps For Texas-Style Brisket Chili
- 🥧Sear the Brisket
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Sear the brisket chunks until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
🥧Cook the Aromatics
In the same pot, add diced onion and garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
🥧Add Spices and Base Ingredients
Stir in chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices. Add the tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
🥧Simmer the Chili
Return the seared brisket to the pot. Cover and simmer on low heat for 1.5-2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the brisket is tender and the chili has thickened.
🥧Serve and Garnish
Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with shredded cheese, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, and fresh cilantro as desired. Serve with cornbread or crusty bread for the ultimate experience.
“Deep, smoky, and bursting with bold flavors! 🌟 This Texas-Style Brisket Chili is a true homage to the heart of Southern cooking. Perfect for sharing and savoring!”
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