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Ingredients for the Best chili recipe
- 2-3 pounds round or sirloin steak, cut into 1/2″ cubes
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2-3 fresh jalapenos, seeded and chopped
- 1/4 cup dark chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 cup dark beer (use Texan beer if possible)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup masa (or cornmeal)Prepare the meat. Cut the steak into 1/2 inch cubes.Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium heat. Place the cubes and chopped onion into the skillet.Cook until the beef is browned. Season the chili. Drain off the excess fat. Add the chopped garlic and stir over medium heat for another minute, then pour the beef mixture from the skillet into the crock pot. Add the salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, beer, and water.Cook the chili. Place the lid on the crock pot. Cook the chili on low for 8–10 hours.Create the masa or cornmeal paste. Place the masa or cornmeal in a bowl, and stir in enough water to turn it into a paste. Add the paste to the chili.Finish cooking the chili. Put the lid on the crock pot and turn it to the highest setting. Let the chili cook for one more hour, to give it time to thicken and for the flavors to meld.Serve the chili. This chili is delicious with corn or flour tortillas, a dollop of sour cream, and a green salad.
