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Copycat Tommy's chili recipe mixed herb ingredient

Tommy's Chili Recipe

Tommy's chili recipe is the best chili recipe around. It's easy to make and is always a big hit with the family.
4.91 from 122 votes
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Dip, Sauce
Cuisine International
Servings 8 people
Calories 193 kcal

Equipment

  • Measuring spoons and cups
  • Mixing bowl
  • Large pot
  • Fork
  • Whisk

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3 tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp. onion powder
  • 1 tbsp. vinegar
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 pc. carrot large, and finely chopped
  • ¼ cup flour
  • 1 tbsp. garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper Salt and pepper

Instructions
 

  • Add the carrot and the ground beef to a pot and cook until brown. Break the meat into small pieces with a fork.
  • Add garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
  • Stir well to combine.
  • Whisk well vinegar, flour, and beef broth in a mixing bowl.
  • Pour the flour mixture into the pot.
  • Bring to a simmer and cook for another half an hour, until it thickens.

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Notes

  • The meat — The meat could easily be the difference between a quality chili and an average one. Brown the meat properly, all the while breaking it into chunkable, small pieces.
 
  • The simmering — Any chili, and that includes this copycat Tommy’s Chili recipe as well, is at its best when simmered for some time. This not only allows the flavors to meld together but also makes the vegetables and the meat more tender.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Tommy's Chili Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
193
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
12
g
18
%
Saturated Fat
 
5
g
31
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Cholesterol
 
40
mg
13
%
Sodium
 
360
mg
16
%
Potassium
 
356
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
 
9
g
3
%
Fiber
 
3
g
13
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
12
g
24
%
Vitamin A
 
2032
IU
41
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
43
mg
4
%
Iron
 
3
mg
17
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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