Paula Deen Texas Chili Recipe
The Paula Deen Texas Chili Recipe is bold. It is rich and hearty. This dish brings true Southern comfort. It is packed with deep flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck cubed
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion diced
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can crushed tomatoes 14 oz
- 3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Heat oil in Dutch oven.
- Brown beef cubes in batches.
- Remove beef and set aside.
- Add onions to same pot.
- Cook until soft and golden.
- Add garlic and cook briefly.
- Stir in tomato paste.
- Return beef to the pot.
- Add crushed tomatoes and broth.
- Mix in all spices.
- Bring mixture to boil.
- Reduce heat to low.
- Cover and simmer gently.
- Stir occasionally for even cooking.
- Cook for 90 minutes.
- Adjust salt and spice.
- Serve hot and garnish if desired.
Notes
- Use beef chuck for tenderness.
- Brown meat for deeper flavor.
- Simmer low for best texture.
- Adjust cayenne for heat level.
- Let chili rest before serving.
- Use fresh spices for stronger taste.
- Skim excess fat if needed.