Mexico Chili

Prep: 15 min Cook: 150 min Serves: 6 Cuisine: Mexican

A hearty Mexican chili with tender meat, aromatic spices, and a rich tomato base, perfect for comforting gatherings and spice lovers alike.

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Ingredients

  • 2 lb. coarsely ground chili meat
  • 2 stalks celery, cut fine
  • 1 large onion, chopped fine
  • 2 to 3 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp. oregano
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp. comino seed
  • 1 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 Tbsp. crushed red chilies (Mohrw Brand Rechili Peppers)
  • 1 qt. tomato juice
  • 2 c. water
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  1. Place chili meat in a large frying pan or heavy kettle.
  2. Keep flame low and sear meat slowly until juices appear.
  3. Add garlic, onion, celery, comino seed, and chili powder.
  4. Continue to cook for about 15 minutes.
  5. Turn the meat slowly.
  6. Put the meat into a large kettle.
  7. Add tomato juice, crushed red chilies, oregano, water, salt, and pepper to taste.
  8. Bring to a boil.
  9. Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until the meat is tender, approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

347 kcal 17% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 12.7g 25% DV
Total Fat 15g 19% DV
Carbs 52.8g 19% DV
Fiber 21.8g 78% DV
Sugar 6.7g 13% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10903.5mg 100% DV
Potassium 1086mg 23% DV
Cholesterol 11.3mg 4% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 447.5mcg 50% DV
Vitamin C 41.2mg 46% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 524.3mg 40% DV
Iron 15.3mg 85% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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