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Smoky Texas Chili

Smoky Texas Chili
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Smoky Texas Chili is a hearty delight that brings the warmth and richness of Texan flavors to your table. This dish features tender smoked beef chuck roast, simmered with a medley of spices and vegetables, creating a comforting meal perfect for game day or family gatherings. It’s easily customizable to suit everyone’s taste, allowing you to top it off with shredded cheese, fresh scallions, or a dollop of sour cream. With its rich smoky flavor and satisfying texture, this chili is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

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  • 4 lbs beef chuck roast (smoked, cubed)
  • 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large yellow onion (diced)
  • 1 red bell pepper (coarsely chopped)
  • 2 roasted poblanos (coarsely chopped)
  • ¼ cup dark chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 Tbsp cumin
  • 1 Tbsp fine black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 qt beef stock
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tsp Mexican oregano
  • 1 tsp beef base
  • ¼ cup honey or ½ cup sugar
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • ¼–½ cup shredded sharp cheddar
  • 1 small jalapeño (finely diced)
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, scallions, sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat your smoker to 250°F.
  2. Smoke the seasoned beef chuck roast for about 8 hours until tender.
  3. In a Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat and sauté onions and red peppers until softened.
  4. Stir in spices and cook until fragrant.
  5. Add smoked beef and poblanos; mix well.
  6. Pour in beef stock and crushed tomatoes; season to taste.
  7. Simmer for about 40 minutes.
  8. For dumplings: combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, sugar; mix in eggs and buttermilk.
  9. Fold in cheese and jalapeños; drop spoonfuls into chili and simmer until fluffy.

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