Houstons Firehouse Chili Recipe
Houstons Firehouse Chili Recipe
If you love spicy and hearty chili, you might want to try Houstons Firehouse Chili, a popular dish served at Houstons Restaurant, a chain of upscale American casual dining restaurants. This chili is made with tender chunks of beef, a blend of dried chilies, and a rich tomato sauce. It is served with corn chips, cheese, onions, jalapenos, sour cream, and cilantro. This article will show you how to make this delicious chili at home, using ingredients that you can easily find at your local grocery store.
Houstons Firehouse Chili Recipe
Ingredients
2 tablespoons of canola oil
4 pounds of lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 medium onions, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
4 cans (16 ounces each) of kidney beans, rinsed and drained
3 cans (28 ounces each) of stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) of beef broth
3 tablespoons of chili powder
2 tablespoons of ground coriander
2 tablespoons of ground cumin
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon of dried oregano
Salt and pepper for seasoning beef
Directions
In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat canola oil over medium heat. Brown beef in batches, crumbling meat, until no longer pink; drain and set aside.
Add onions and green pepper to the same pot; cook until tender.
Return meat to the pot. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil.
Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until flavors are blended, about 1-1/2 hours.
Serving Suggestions
You can serve this firehouse chili with your favorite toppings, such as corn chips, shredded cheddar cheese, minced white onions, sliced jalapenos, sour cream, and chopped cilantro. You can also serve it with some Mexican cornbread and a green salad for a complete meal.
Tips and Variations
If you want to make this chili spicier, you can add some chopped chipotle peppers and adobo sauce from a can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. You can also use different types of dried chilies, such as ancho, guajillo, or pasilla.
If you want to make this chili thicker, you can add some masa harina (corn flour) to the pot. Masa harina is commonly used in Mexican cuisine to make tortillas and tamales. You can find it in the ethnic aisle of your grocery store or online.
If you want to make this chili healthier, you can use ground turkey instead of ground beef. You can also use low-sodium beef broth and diced tomatoes.
Credits and References
This article was inspired by the following sources:
[Best Texas Chili Recipe Award Winning - YouTube]
[Firehouse Chili Recipe: How to Make It - Taste of Home]
[Houstons Restaurant Chili Recipes]