Best 9 Cincinnati Chili I Recipes

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Cincinnati chili is a unique and flavorful dish that is sure to please even the most discerning palate. With its bold and savory flavor profile, this dish has gained popularity far beyond its Cincinnati origins. Whether you're a local or just visiting, finding the best recipe for Cincinnati chili can be a challenge. This article will provide you with some tips and tricks to help you find the perfect recipe to satisfy your Cincinnati chili craving.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CINCINNATI CHILI



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 24

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons sweet paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck
Kosher salt
1 6-ounce can tomato sauce
1 cup diced tomatoes
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons chopped unsweetened chocolate
1 tablespoon cider or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
Freshly ground pepper
12 ounces spaghetti
1 19-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 pound grated cheddar cheese
Oyster crackers, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a medium Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium heat. Add half the chopped onions and the garlic and cook until soft, stirring, about 5 minutes. Add the chili powder, paprika, cumin, allspice, coriander, cinnamon, cayenne and cloves. Cook, stirring, until fragrant. Add the beef and cook the mixture, stirring, until the beef is no longer pink, about 5 minutes. Add 1 tablespoon salt.
  • Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, bay leaf and 1 1/2 cups water; simmer the mixture, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until slightly thicker. Add the chocolate, vinegar and Worcestershire and cook until the mixture is thickened but still soupy, about 15 more minutes.
  • Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil over high heat. Cook the spaghetti according to the package directions. Drain well.
  • Discard the bay leaf and season the chili with the freshly ground pepper. Divide the spaghetti among bowls and top with the chili, beans, remaining onion and cheddar. Serve with the oyster crackers if desired.

CINCINNATI CHILI



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Cincinnati Chili is a meaty, rich, and uniquely spiced chili from (you guessed it!) Cincinnati, Ohio. Serve our authentic Cincinnati chili recipe over hot spaghetti with your choice of toppings. Don't forget the cheese and oyster crackers!

Provided by Sara Bir

Categories     Dinner     1-Pot     Freezer-friendly     Make-ahead

Time 3h40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 23

For the chili:
2 pounds ground beef (80:20 is good)
1 (6-ounce) can tomato paste
4 cups water
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 large onion, minced (about 3 cups)
6 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate, optional
Options for serving:
Oyster crackers
Finely shredded mild cheddar cheese
1 (15.5-ounce) can small red kidney beans, drained and warmed
Minced yellow onion
Hot cooked spaghetti

Steps:

  • Cook the tomato paste: Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the tomato paste to the dry pot and cook, constantly scraping the bottom with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula, until the tomato smells rich and toasty and you start to see browned (not burned) patches in the bottom of the pot. This should take 1 to 3 minutes.
  • Simmer gently, uncovered, for 2 to 3 hours: Stir the chili often. You want the volume to reduce a bit. (To be honest, just one hour of cook time is okay, but for optimal chili-ness, go long.)
  • Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate overnight: Refrigerate in an air-tight covered container. (Note: you can eat the chili immediately if you want to.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 kcal, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 710 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 20 g, ServingSize 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CINCINNATI CHILI I



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An unusual chili, with cinnamon, cloves, and even chocolate!

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Chili Without Beans Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
½ cup chopped onion
2 pounds ground beef
¼ cup chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon ground allspice
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
1 bay leaf
½ (1 ounce) square unsweetened chocolate
2 (10.5 ounce) cans beef broth
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
¼ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until tender, about 6 minutes.
  • Add beef, in batches if necessary, and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until browned.
  • Add chili powder, cinnamon, cumin, allspice, cloves, bay leaf, chocolate, beef broth, tomato sauce, cider vinegar, and red pepper. Stir to mix well. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • It is the best if you now refrigerate overnight.
  • Remove the bay leaf. Reheat gently over medium heat. Serve over hot, drained spaghetti. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Cholesterol 100.2 mg, Fat 35 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 659.1 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

CINCINNATI-STYLE CHILI



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Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

16 ounces tomato sauce
12 ounces tomato paste
1 yellow onion, grated
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
2 bay leaves
2 pounds ground beef (I use chuck)
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 pound spaghetti, cooked according to package directions and tossed in olive oil to prevent sticking
One 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained
1 white onion, diced
Two 8-ounce blocks Cheddar, grated
Hot sauce, optional
Oyster crackers, for serving

Steps:

  • For the chili: In a stockpot or Dutch oven, combine the tomato sauce, tomato paste, onions, chili powder, cocoa powder, sugar, kosher salt, cinnamon, cumin, garlic salt, allspice, pepper, cayenne, cloves, bay leaves, beef (do not brown first) and 2 cups water. Mix until combined. Cover and simmer over medium-low heat for approximately 2 hours. Stir in the vinegar and simmer for another 30 minutes.
  • To serve: Serve on a bed of spaghetti and top with the beans, onions and a mound of cheese (or any preferred combination). Add hot sauce, if desired, and eat with oyster crackers.

AUTHENTIC CINCINNATI CHILI



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This was handed down to me by Mom, a Cincinnati native. Skimming the fat makes this a healthier version than most, and gives it the right consistency. I like mine 4-way, with spaghetti, raw chopped onions, grated mild cheddar, and oyster crackers!

Provided by Melissa Hamilton

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Chili Without Beans Recipes

Time 11h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds lean ground beef
1 quart water, or amount to cover
2 onions, finely chopped
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons vinegar
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ (1 ounce) square unsweetened chocolate
¼ cup chili powder
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
5 whole cloves
5 whole allspice berries
1 bay leaf

Steps:

  • Place the ground beef in a large pan, cover with about 1 quart of cold water, and bring to a boil, stirring and breaking up the beef with a fork to a fine texture. Slowly boil until the meat is thoroughly cooked, about 30 minutes, then remove from heat and refrigerate in the pan overnight.
  • The next day, skim the solid fat from the top of the pan, and discard the fat. Place the beef mixture over medium heat, and stir in the onions, tomato sauce, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, chocolate, chili powder, salt, cumin, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, cloves, allspice berries, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to a simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 hours. Add water if necessary to prevent the chili from burning.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225.2 calories, Carbohydrate 10.1 g, Cholesterol 59.5 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 19.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 673.7 mg, Sugar 4 g

CINCINNATI CHILI



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Cinnamon and cocoa give a rich brown color to hearty Cincinnati chili. This dish will warm you up on a cold day. -Edith Joyce, Parkman, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h5m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
4 medium onions, chopped
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1/4 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup baking cocoa
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground allspice
3 bay leaves
Salt and pepper to taste
Hot cooked spaghetti
Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped tomatoes and green onions

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, pork and onions over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Add the beans, tomatoes, vinegar, cocoa, sauces, sugar and seasonings; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours., Discard bay leaves. Serve with spaghetti. If desired, garnish with cheese, sour cream, tomatoes and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 443mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

AUTHENTIC CINCINNATI CHILI



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I feel like this is pretty close to the real thing. Tastes more like Dixie Chili than Skyline or Goldstar, but if you live in an area that you can't get to a chili parlor, this will fix your craving!

Provided by lyzzibear

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 3h55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 quart water
2 lbs ground chuck
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 large sweet onions, chopped fine
3 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons allspice
1 tablespoon salt
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
2 garlic cloves, chopped

Steps:

  • Crumble raw meat into cold water in medium stock pot. DO NOT brown meat.
  • Add all remaining ingredients and bring to a boil over medium high heat.
  • Lower heat and simmer for 3-4 hours.
  • Serve over spaghetti with cheddar cheese and onions, on hotdogs with mustard, cheddar cheese and onions, or in a bowl with cheddar cheese, onions and oyster crackers. I put a little hotsauce on mine!

CARRIE'S CINCINNATI CHILI



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Every time we have a gathering or company, folks request this. My husband convinced me to enter it in a local chili contest, and I won third place! It's quick and easy. If I don't have fresh garlic, I use minced garlic from a jar. -Carrie Birdsall, Dallas, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 6h20m

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 15

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 can (29 ounces) tomato puree
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) whole tomatoes, crushed
2 tablespoons brown sugar
4 teaspoons chili powder
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove, crushed
3 bay leaves
Hot cooked spaghetti
Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese and additional chopped onion

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook beef and onion until beef is no longer pink and onion is tender, 6-8 minutes, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Transfer to a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker. Add next 11 ingredients., Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours. Discard garlic clove and bay leaves. Serve over hot cooked spaghetti. If desired, top with shredded cheddar cheese and additional chopped onion. , Freeze option: Before adding toppings, cool chili. Freeze chili in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add water or broth if necessary. Serve as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 644mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CINCINNATI CHILI



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The thing that makes Cincinnatians' recipes different from the way you and I would start cooking the chili is not only the spices, but also the method. They do not start by browning the meat, but by boiling it!

Provided by KelBel

Categories     Meat

Time 3h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 lbs ground chuck
2 medium onions, finely chopped
1 quart water
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1/2 teaspoon allspice
1 teaspoon garlic powder
4 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 ounce unsweetened chocolate
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 bay leaf, crumbled
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
4 drops Tabasco sauce
2 teaspoons paprika
2 beef bouillon cubes

Steps:

  • Bring the water to the boil and add the ground beef. Stir until the beef is separated and add the rest of the ingredients.
  • Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 2 to 3 hours, or until thickened. Cool, then refrigerate overnight. Skim off any accumulated fat and reheat the chili.
  • Serves with any or all of the following accompaniments:
  • 1 way: cooked spaghetti.
  • 2 way: finely grated cheddar cheese
  • 3 way: chopped raw onion
  • 4 way: cooked kidney beans
  • 5 way: oyster crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 316.5, Fat 21.4, SaturatedFat 8.5, Cholesterol 78.4, Sodium 997.5, Carbohydrate 10.4, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 4.4, Protein 22.1

Tips:

  • Choose the right ground beef: Use 80% lean ground beef for a flavorful and juicy chili. Avoid using ground beef that is too lean, as it can result in a dry chili.
  • Brown the beef thoroughly: Browning the beef helps to develop flavor and caramelize the meat. Cook the beef over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until it is browned on all sides. Drain off any excess grease.
  • Use a variety of spices: Cincinnati chili is known for its unique blend of spices. Be sure to use a combination of chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. You can also add other spices to taste, such as oregano, basil, or thyme.
  • Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes: Simmering the chili allows the flavors to develop and meld together. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings: Cincinnati chili is traditionally served with spaghetti, shredded cheddar cheese, and diced onions. You can also add other toppings, such as sour cream, hot sauce, or oyster crackers.

Conclusion:

Cincinnati chili is a delicious and unique dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its bold flavors and variety of toppings, Cincinnati chili is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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