Best 4 Perfect Competition Chili Recipes

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When it comes to cooking the perfect competition chili, there are a few key elements that you need to keep in mind. First, you need to choose the right ingredients. This means using fresh, high-quality meat, vegetables, and spices. Second, you need to cook the chili for a long time over low heat. This will allow the flavors to develop and deepen. Finally, you need to taste the chili as you go and adjust the seasonings as needed. With a little patience and effort, you can create a competition-worthy chili that will impress your friends and family.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

EDDIE'S AWARD WINNING CHILI



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A fantastic award winning chili con carne, with beef, pork, three kinds of chilis, a perfect balance of spice and heat.

Provided by Panning The Globe

Categories     Main Dish

Time 3h45m

Number Of Ingredients 31

3 Anaheim chiles, roasted, peeled, chopped
3 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled, chopped
12 ounces of bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch strips and sautéed until almost crisp. Reserve 3 tablespoons of bacon fat.
3 tablespoons bacon fat (rendered from the bacon)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil (canola, grape seed or your favorite)
2 red bell peppers, seeds and ribs removed, diced
2 jalapeño peppers, seeds and ribs removed, minced
2 yellow onions, peeled and diced
1 head garlic, peeled and minced (10-12 garlic cloves, 6 tablespoons minced garlic)
1 pound boneless beef chuck, trimmed of fat and gristle, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 pounds ground beef
1 pound sweet Italian sausage, casings removed
3 tablespoons chili powder (Try using 3 different chili powders for great depth of flavor - I use ancho, chipotle and Mexican)
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (Half this amount for less heat)
2 teaspoons ground coriander
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons granulated garlic
2 teaspoons granulated onion
2 teaspoons hot paprika (not smoked)
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
2 cups tomato sauce (passata, not ketchup for those in the UK)
8 ounces tomato paste
12 ounces of your favorite beer (I use an IPA because I like the hoppy flavor)
1 cup chicken stock
2 15-ounce cans kidney beans, with juice
2 15-ounce cans pinto beans, with juice
Optional Garnishes:
1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced or 1 red onion, finely chopped
Shredded cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack
Sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to broil (500ºF) Set an oven rack at the top, directly under the broiler. Spread the chiles out on a low-sided oven tray and roast for 15-20 minutes, turning peppers with tongs every five minutes, until their skins are about 60-70% blackened on all sides. Put the hot peppers directly into a paper bag. Roll down the top of the bag so they're tightly contained. Let them sit and steam for 15-20 minutes until the skins are loosened and easy to peel off. Peel off skins, remove seeds and membranes, and chop.
  • Add the bacon grease and oil to a large heavy pot or Dutch oven (6-quart), over medium-high heat. Add the chopped chiles, red bell peppers, jalapeño peppers and onions. Cook for 5 minutes or until the vegetables just start to become translucent. Add garlic and cook 1 minute longer. Transfer all the sautéed vegetables to a bowl and set aside. No need to wash the pot, you'll use it to brown the meat.
  • Add the cubed beef chuck to the pot and cook, stirring often, until lightly browned on all sides, about 4 minutes. Add the ground beef and sausage and cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring to break up the sausage and ground beef, until the meat is no longer pink. Return the cooked vegetables to the pot along with the reserved bacon.
  • chili powders, cayenne, coriander, cumin, granulated garlic, granulated onion, paprika, salt and black pepper. Cook, stirring, for 1 minute, until fragrant.
  • Add the tomato sauce and paste. Cook, stirring, for 2 minutes, to combine. Add beer, chicken stock, kidney beans with their liquid and pinto beans with their liquid. Bring to a boil, lower to a simmer, and cook for 2 hours, uncovered.
  • Ladle chili into bowls. Top with garnishes or put garnishes into small bowls for self serve.

PERFECT COMPETITION CHILI



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My husband makes this every year for our church's chili cook-off. He has placed every single time he's entered it. Half the judges always tell him that this was the best chili they've ever had.

Provided by ShaGun

Categories     Meat

Time 27m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons oil
3 lbs ground beef
1 cup beef broth
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
3 tablespoons minced onions
2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided
8 tablespoons chili powder, divided
2 teaspoons Tabasco sauce
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 1/2 tablespoons cumin, divided
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef in oil.
  • Add in broth, bouillon, tomato sauce, onion, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 2 Tablespoons chili powder, and tabasco.
  • Bring to boil, reduce heat and simmer 1 hour.
  • Add salt and pepper, onion powder, 1teaspoon Garlic powder, chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, paprika, and 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer another hour.
  • Add remaining cumin and red pepper flakes, stir, and cook 30 more minutes.
  • Best if prepared the day before and reheated the next day.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442.6, Fat 30.7, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 115.8, Sodium 728.2, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 2.4, Protein 34.2

SIMPLE, PERFECT CHILI



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Ree Drummond's Simple, Perfect Chili recipe from The Pioneer Woman on Food Network will be a new comfort-food favorite for your family.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds ground beef
2 cloves garlic, chopped
One 8-ounce can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup masa harina
One 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
One 15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
Shredded Cheddar, for serving
Chopped onions, for serving
Tortilla chips, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Place the ground beef in a large pot and throw in the garlic. Cook over medium heat until browned. Drain off the excess fat, and then pour in the tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and cayenne. Stir together well, cover, and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. If the mixture becomes overly dry, add 1/2 cup water at a time as needed.
  • After an hour, place the masa harina in a small bowl. Add 1/2 cup water and stir together with a fork. Dump the masa mixture into the chili. Stir together well, and then taste and adjust the seasonings. Add more masa paste and/or water to get the chili to your preferred consistency, or to add more corn flavor. Add the beans and simmer for 10 minutes. Serve with shredded Cheddar, chopped onions, tortilla chips and lime wedges.

BEST DAMN CHILI



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After years of adjustments I have found a recipe for all to enjoy. Previous ones were either too hot or too mild, this one even was to the liking of my finance who hates chili.

Provided by Danny Jaye

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Beef Chili Recipes

Time 2h50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 28

4 tablespoons olive oil
1 yellow onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 Anaheim chile pepper, chopped
2 red jalapeno pepper, chopped
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 ½ pounds lean ground beef
¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
1 pinch garlic powder, or to taste
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle light beer (such as Coors®)
1 (28 ounce) can crushed San Marzano tomatoes
1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 (12 ounce) can tomato paste
½ cup white wine
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon chipotle pepper sauce
2 ½ teaspoons dried basil
1 ½ teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 (16 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans (such as Bush's®)
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
½ teaspoon ground cumin

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, bell pepper, Anaheim pepper, jalapeno peppers, and garlic in the hot oil until softened.
  • Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; add Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. Crumble bouillon cubes over beef and add beer. Continue to cook , scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, until liquid is hot, about 3 minutes. Stir beef mixture into pepper mixture.
  • Stir crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and wine to the beef mixture. Season with chili powder, 2 tablespoons cumin, brown sugar, pepper sauce, basil, paprika, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until meat and vegetables are very tender and flavors have developed in the chili, about 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Mix kidney beans into beef and vegetables. Continue to simmer until beans are hot, about 30 minutes more.
  • Blend sour cream, cilantro, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin in a food processor until smooth. Serve sour cream mixture with chili.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 74.4 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1014.5 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: High-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the flavor of your chili. Choose fresh, ripe tomatoes, onions, and peppers. If you can, buy them from a local farmer's market or organic grocery store.
  • Brown the meat well: Browning the meat adds flavor and depth to the chili. Be sure to brown it in small batches so that it doesn't steam.
  • Use a variety of beans: Different beans have different flavors and textures, so using a variety will give your chili more complexity. Some good options include kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
  • Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop. You can simmer it for longer if you want a thicker, more flavorful chili.
  • Add toppings: Top your chili with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, diced onions, or cilantro. This will help to add flavor and texture to the chili.

Conclusion:

Perfect competition chili is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover ingredients, and it can also be made ahead of time and frozen for later. With a little planning and effort, you can make a perfect competition chili that will impress your friends and family.

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