🌶️ Spicy Chili Seasoning Recipe 🌶️
Indulge your taste buds in the bold and fiery flavors of the Southwest with this sensational Spicy Chili Seasoning! Perfectly crafted to elevate your chili game, this homemade blend of spices promises a culinary journey through the heart of Tex Mex cuisine. 🤠
Ingredients:
- 4 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 1/2 tablespoons cumin
- 2 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 pound boneless round steak, thinly sliced
- 1/2 pound lean beef, ground
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 can chili beans
Instructions:
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🌶️ Begin by combining the first six ingredients in a bowl, creating a tantalizing spice mix that will be the heartbeat of your chili. Revel in the aroma as the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper dance together.
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🌮 Store this flavor-packed creation in an airtight container, ensuring it’s kept in a cool, dry place, ready to infuse your culinary creations with a burst of Southwestern charm. This recipe yields four batches, giving you 20 teaspoons of the magical spice mix in total.
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🔥 Now, let’s embark on the chili-making adventure! Heat oil in a Dutch oven and lightly brown the thinly sliced boneless round steak. Feel the sizzle and watch as the meat transforms into a savory masterpiece.
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🍔 Add three teaspoons of your homemade seasoning mix to the sizzling steak, ensuring every piece is generously coated. Next, introduce the ground beef, letting it cook until it loses its pink hue, absorbing the flavorful essence of the spices.
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🧅 Toss in the finely chopped onions, letting them sauté until tender, creating a harmonious blend of textures and tastes. Witness the symphony of flavors coming together as the onions mingle with the seasoned meat.
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🍅 The time has come to introduce the vibrant tomatoes to the mix. Sprinkle an additional two teaspoons of your spice blend, enhancing the freshness and richness of this Tex Mex masterpiece.
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🥫 Stir in the chili beans, letting their creamy texture complement the hearty meat and vibrant veggies. The beans add a delightful twist, making each spoonful a journey of diverse flavors.
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🌪️ For a velvety texture, take one can of chili beans and send it on a whirlwind journey in your blender. Process until smooth, creating a luscious, thick base that will bind the chili together in a symphony of flavors.
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🌋 Introduce this smooth blend to your chili, allowing it to meld with the meat, veggies, and beans. The transformation is complete, and your chili now boasts a rich, velvety consistency that promises to be a feast for the senses.
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⏳ Set the stage for a slow-cooking spectacle. Let your chili simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes, allowing the flavors to intermingle and the meat to reach the pinnacle of tenderness. It’s a culinary journey that unfolds with each passing minute.
In the end, what emerges from your kitchen is not just a chili but a masterpiece, a celebration of Southwestern U.S. flavors. Each spoonful delivers a burst of spice, a medley of textures, and a symphony of tastes that will transport you to the heart of Tex Mex culinary bliss. Share the joy, savor the warmth, and relish in the creation of a Spicy Chili that is nothing short of a culinary triumph! 🌶️🍲✨
