Southern Hot Dog Chili (Printer-Friendly Version)
A rich southern chili made with beef, garlic, and tomato paste for deliciously flavored meals and snacks.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Produce
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1 medium onion, diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Meat
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1 pound ground beef
→ Pantry
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2 tablespoons vegetable oil
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2 tablespoons chili powder
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon granulated sugar
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2 tablespoons cornmeal
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 cup beef broth
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6 ounces tomato paste (one small can)
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Heat the vegetable oil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
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Add the ground beef to the saucepan. As it cooks, use a potato masher or wooden spoon to break the meat into fine crumbles until fully browned.
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If excess grease accumulates, carefully drain it off. Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, sugar, cornmeal, kosher salt, Worcestershire sauce, beef broth, and tomato paste until well combined.
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Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Taste and adjust salt as needed. Serve warm over hot dogs or transfer to a slow cooker set to warm to keep for serving.
# Helpful Hints:
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Adding cornmeal thickens the chili; omit for a thinner consistency.
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Store leftovers in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to five days or freeze for up to three months.
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For a spicier variation, add diced jalapeños or green chiles.