Best 11 Texas Style Eggplant Chili Recipes

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**Texas-Style Eggplant Chili: A Unique and Flavorful Vegetarian Twist**

Discover the tantalizing flavors of Texas-Style Eggplant Chili, a hearty and satisfying vegetarian dish that packs a punch. This unique chili features tender eggplant, smoky chipotle peppers, and a blend of aromatic spices, all simmered in a rich and flavorful tomato-based broth. Perfect for meatless meals, potlucks, or cozy dinners, this chili is sure to delight vegetarians and meat-eaters alike. With just a few simple steps, you can create a delicious and wholesome meal that is both nutritious and satisfying. This article provides three variations of the recipe, including a classic version, a smoky version with roasted peppers, and a spicy version with serrano peppers, allowing you to customize the heat level to your preference. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with this delectable Texas-Style Eggplant Chili.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

EGGPLANT CHILI



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This recipe was clipped out of a magazine. A non-traditional version of chili that I thought was delicious. You can adjust the amount of spiciness to your taste. I prefer mine mild to moderately spicy. Add cayenne, red pepper flakes, or hot sauce if you prefer.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Vegetable

Time 3h

Yield 2 1/2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 large eggplant, peeled and cubed
1 (16 ounce) can stewed tomatoes, undrained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons sugar (optional)
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
pepper
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, undrained

Steps:

  • Add ground beef, onion, and garlic to a large pot; cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, stirring to crumble up the meat; drain well.
  • Add all the remaining ingredients except the kidney beans.
  • Stir to combine.
  • Cover and lower heat; simmer for 2 hours.
  • Add in kidney beans; stir.
  • Cover and cook 30 minutes; adjust seasoning to taste.

TEXAS CHILI



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This Texas chili recipe is one of the most hearty and satisfying soup recipes you'll find. It's cooked with tender, slow-cooked beef-and no beans allowed!

Categories     autumn     Super Bowl     tailgate     winter     main dish     soup

Time 2h20m

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded
4 dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
1 medium white onion, roughly chopped
8 garlic cloves, peeled
2 c. reduced-sodium beef broth
2 tbsp. cornmeal
2 tsp. dried oregano
2 tsp. ground cumin
2 tbsp. canola oil
3 lb. trimmed boneless beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 1/2 tsp. salt, plus more to taste
1 tsp. ground black pepper
1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
Crumbled queso fresco, pickled sliced jalapeños, cilantro, and corn chips, for topping

Steps:

  • Tear the guajillo and ancho chiles into about 1-inch pieces. In a medium saucepan, toast the chiles over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and darkened in spots, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the onion, garlic and enough water to cover by 1-inch. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the chiles are softened, about 10 minutes. Drain well and discard the liquid.
  • Transfer the chili mixture to a blender with the beef broth, cornmeal, oregano and cumin. Puree until smooth, about 1 minute. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. In a large bowl, toss the beef with the salt and pepper. Working in batches, cook the meat until browned on all sides, 8-10 minutes per batch.
  • Return all the beef to the pot and stir in the chili mixture. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Cover and reduce the heat to low. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until the meat is very tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Stir in the cider vinegar. Season the chili to taste with salt. Serve topped with queso fresco, pickled jalapeños, cilantro and corn chips, if you like.

PICK A MEAT CHILI



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Provided by Michael Symon : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon ground coriander
1 tablespoon sweet smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon cayenne
Salt and pepper
3 pounds cubed stew meat of your choice, such as beef, pork or chicken (ground meat is also an option, or cubed eggplant if you want to make it vegetarian)
4 tablespoons oil or other fat
1 onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeno, chopped
One 12-ounce bottle beer
2 cups water
28 ounces tomato product of your choice, such as sauce, crushed, diced, etc.
1 canned chipotle in adobo, chopped, optional
Two 15-ounce cans beans of your choice, rinsed (if using pre-soaked dried beans, add with the tomato product)
Optional toppers: fresh cilantro, sour cream, lime wedges, sliced jalapeno, diced avocado or whatever you have on hand

Steps:

  • Heat a large pot over medium heat. Mix together the coriander, paprika, cumin, cayenne and some salt and pepper in a small bowl and toss with the cubed meat, ground meat or eggplant.
  • Add the oil to the pot and when hot, add the meat or eggplant and cook, turning as necessary, until brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Add the onion, garlic and jalapeno and cook, stirring, until beginning to soften, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the beer and water and deglaze the pot, scraping up any brown bits on the bottom with a wooden spoon. Add the tomato and chipotle if using, bring to a simmer and simmer until the meat is tender, 1 to 1 ½ hours. (The cooking time will be less for ground meat, chicken and eggplant.)
  • Add the beans and continue to simmer for 10 to 15 minutes to thicken. (If using pre-soaked dried beans, the cooking time may be longer.) Serve the chili garnished with your favorite toppers on hand.

TEXAS STYLE EGGPLANT CHILI



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You cannot tell that this chili doesn't have any meat in it... it's so good. Thanks to the peppers, you get a bit of heat, but it's definitely not overwhelming. I love ranch style beans and they add a great pop of flavor. It's a great alternative to traditional chili.

Provided by Barbara Hahn

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 large dried pasilla negro chiles
2 c water
1 large purple eggplant
2 can(s) 10-1/2 ounces french onion soup
0 juice of 1 lime
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 can(s) 12 ounces cola
1/4 c water from soaked peppers
1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
1 can(s) 14.5 ounces crushed tomatoes, no salt added
1 can(s) 8 ounce tomato sauce
2 can(s) ranch style beans
0 salt to taste
0 garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges

Steps:

  • 1. Place Pasilla peppers in 2 cups boiling water. Soak for 10 minutes. Remove from water and place in blender with 1/4 cup boiling water.
  • 2. Dice eggplant and cook on low in Dutch oven. Add lime juice.
  • 3. Add jalapeño and French onion soup to peppers in blender. Puree until smooth. Add mixture to eggplant.
  • 4. Add paprika, cola, crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, and ranch style beans to mixture.
  • 5. Cook on low for 20 to 30 minutes. Add salt to taste.
  • 6. To serve, ladle into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.

TEXAS STYLE CHILI



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h55m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1/4 cup rendered bacon grease or vegetable oil
3 pound tri-tip or boneless sirloin or chuck roast, cubed
1 large white onion, chopped
3 large jalapeno or serrano peppers, stemmed, seeded and chopped
5 cloves garlic, peeled and crushed
5 New Mexican green or red chiles, roasted, stemmed, seeded and chopped
6 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons Mexican oregano
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 large tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and chopped
1 (12-ounce) bottle Lone Star or Shiner Bock beer
2 ounces tequila
3 chipotle chiles in adobo, chopped
4 to 5 cups beef stock
1/4 cup to 6 tablespooons masa harina
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, garnish
Finely chopped white onions, garnish
Sour cream, garnish
Fresh hot cornbread, accompaniment

Steps:

  • In a large heavy pot (such as a cast iron Dutch oven), heat the fat or oil over high heat. Add the meat and sear, stirring, until no longer pink. Lower the heat to medium-high. Add the onions, jalapenos, garlic, chiles, and chili powder, and cook, stirring constantly, until the onions are wilted and start to color, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper, and cook until fragrant, about 20 seconds. Add the tomatoes and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add the beer and tequila and cook, stirring, to deglaze the pan. Add the chipotles and adobo sauce and 4 cups of the stock, stir well, and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer partially covered, stirring occasionally, until the meat is very tender, 2 to 3 hours, adding the remaining cup of stock as needed if the chili becomes too dry or thick. When the meat is tender and the chili is ready, add the masa harina 1 teaspoon at a time to thicken to desired consistency, stirring well and cooking after the addition of each before adding more.
  • Remove from the heat and correct the seasoning, to taste. Skim any fat from the surface.
  • Ladle into bowls and garnish each with cilantro, chopped onions, and a dollop of sour cream. Serve with hot cornbread.

VEGETARIAN CHILI WITH SUMMER VEGETABLES



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 onion, diced
1 small eggplant, chopped
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
4 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 28-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
1 16-ounce can kidney beans in mild chili sauce
1 14-ounce block firm tofu, drained
1 1/2 cups frozen fire-roasted corn kernels
Sliced avocado, shredded Mexican cheese blend, chopped fresh cilantro and corn chips, for topping

Steps:

  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, eggplant, a big pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are lightly browned and starting to soften, about 6 minutes. Stir in 1 more tablespoon olive oil, the garlic, chili powder and cumin and cook, stirring, until the spices are toasted, about 1 minute. Stir in 2 cups water, the tomatoes, beans, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cover and bring to a boil, then uncover and reduce the heat to a simmer; cook until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, grate the tofu on the large holes of a box grater onto a clean kitchen towel (not terry cloth). Gather up the sides of the towel and wring the tofu dry. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu, spreading it out; cook, stirring once or twice, until well browned and crisp, 4 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir the tofu and corn into the chili and heat through, 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Thin the chili with water, if needed.
  • Divide the chili among bowls. Top with avocado, cheese, cilantro and corn chips.

TRUE TEXAS CHILI



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Provided by Stanley Lobel

Categories     Beef     Pepper     Vegetable     Sauté     Super Bowl     Dinner     Meat     Ground Beef     Fall     Winter     Tailgating     Family Reunion     Poker/Game Night     Chile Pepper     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 ounces dried, whole New Mexico (California), guajillo, or pasilla chiles, or a combination (6 to 8 chiles)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin seed
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt
5 tablespoons lard, vegetable oil, or rendered beef suet
2 1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck, well trimmed and cut into 3/4-inch cubes (to yield 2 pounds after trimming)
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
3 large cloves garlic, minced
2 cups beef stock , or canned low-sodium beef broth, plus more as needed
2 1/4 cups water, plus more as needed
2 tablespoons masa harina (corn tortilla flour)
1 tablespoon firmly packed dark brown sugar, plus more as needed
1 1/2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar, plus more as needed
Sour cream
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • 1. Place the chiles in a straight-sided large skillet over medium-low heat and gently toast the chiles until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Don't let them burn or they'll turn bitter. Place the chiles in a bowl and cover them with very hot water and soak until soft, 15 to 45 minutes, turning once or twice.
  • 2. Drain the chiles; split them and remove stems and seeds (a brief rinse helps remove seeds, but don't wash away the flesh). Place the chiles in the bowl of a blender and add the cumin, black pepper, 1 tablespoon salt and 1/4 cup water. Purée the mixture, adding more water as needed (and occasionally scraping down the sides of the blender jar), until a smooth, slightly fluid paste forms (you want to eliminate all but the tiniest bits of skin.) Set the chile paste aside.
  • 3. Return skillet to medium-high heat and melt 2 tablespoons of the lard. When it begins to smoke, swirl skillet to coat and add half of the beef. Lightly brown on at least two sides, about 3 minutes per side, reducing the heat if the meat threatens to burn. Transfer to a bowl and repeat with 2 more tablespoons of lard and the remaining beef. Reserve.
  • 4. Let the skillet cool slightly, and place it over medium-low heat. Melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of lard in the skillet; add the onion and garlic and cook gently for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the stock, the remaining 2 cups water and gradually whisk in the masa harina to avoid lumps. Stir in the reserved chile paste, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a spatula to loosen any browned bits. Add the reserved beef (and any juices in the bowl) and bring to a simmer over high heat. Reduce heat to maintain the barest possible simmer (just a few bubbles breaking the surface) and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender but still somewhat firm and 1 1/2 to 2 cups of thickened but still liquid sauce surrounds the cubes of meat, about 2 hours.
  • 5. Stir in the brown sugar and vinegar thoroughly and add more salt to taste; gently simmer 10 minutes more. At this point, it may look like there is excess sauce. Turn off the heat and let the chili stand for at least 30 minutes, during which time the meat will absorb about half of the remaining sauce in the skillet, leaving the meat bathed in a thick, somewhat fluid sauce. Stir in additional broth or water if the mixture seems too dry. If the mixture seems a bit loose and wet, allow it to simmer a bit more (sometimes we like to partially crush the cubes of beef with the back of a spoon to let them absorb more sauce). Adjust the balance of flavors with a bit of additional salt, sugar, or vinegar, if you like.
  • 6. Reheat gently and serve in individual bowls with a dollop of sour cream on top and a lime wedge on the side.

TEXAS CHILI



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Chili tastes are highly personal, often inflexible and loaded with preconceptions - the political party of culinary offerings. "I don't disagree with anyone's chili," Robb Walsh, a Texas food historian, the author of "The Tex-Mex Cookbook" and a restaurateur, told The Times. "If you are making a one-pot meal and you want to put beans in it, that's fine. If chili is part of your cuisine, like Tex-Mex, there are other things you will want to do." This recipe is an amalgam of styles, with coffee and chocolate for complexity, hot sauce for kick and beans just because.

Provided by Jennifer Steinhauer

Categories     dinner, main course

Time 2h30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings (about 8 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound ground bison or ground dark turkey
1 large onion, finely chopped
1 12-ounce bottle of beer
1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes
1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon chile sauce
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
Half a serrano or other hot pepper, seeded and finely chopped, or to taste
1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
2 15-ounce cans kidney beans
1 15-ounce can cannellini or other white beans

Steps:

  • Place a Dutch oven or other large pot over medium heat. Add the oil and heat until shimmering. Add the meat and sauté until browned, then transfer to a plate.
  • Add the onion to the pot and stir for 1 minute. Take two large sips from the beer, and pour the rest into the pot. Stir in the tomatoes, coffee and tomato paste.
  • Add the brown sugar, chile sauce, cocoa powder, hot pepper, cumin, coriander, cayenne, salt and kidney beans. Return the meat to the pot. Reduce heat to low and simmer, partly covered, for 1 hour.
  • Add the white beans to the pot and simmer over very low heat, partly covered and stirring occasionally, for 1 to 2 more hours. (Longer cooking improves the flavor.) Adjust salt and cayenne pepper as needed and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 430, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 51 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 31 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 994 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TEXAS-STYLE CHILI



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Calling a dish "Texas Chili," especially if you're not a native of that state, is clearly asking for trouble. But this recipe, refined over years of potlucks and Super Bowl parties, is too good to keep under wraps. Its depth of flavor, from different chile types, makes this recipe stand out. It also has whole spices, unsweetened chocolate and dark beer that meld seamlessly into a brick-red sauce that naps the succulent meat. The meat can be cut into large chunks, or, more traditionally, thin slices, especially if you are using a tougher cut than chuck. Sirloin also makes good chili. If you have masa harina, the corn flour used to make tortillas, that will make the gravy even thicker, but it is not necessary. Like many vigorously spiced dishes, this one tastes even better a day or two after it is made and will hold its flavor well for at least a week.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     dinner, lunch, soups and stews

Time 2h

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon whole cumin seeds
1 1/2 teaspoons whole coriander seeds
4 pounds beef chuck roast or steak
1 teaspoon salt, more to taste
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus extra as needed
1 large yellow or white onion, chopped, plus extra chopped onion for serving
6 large garlic cloves, minced
4 to 7 large fresh green jalapeños (depending on how much heat you like), stemmed, seeded and chopped
3 tablespoons masa harina or 1 corn tortilla, torn into pieces (optional)
2 tablespoons ground pure chile powder, such as pasilla, Chimayo or ancho
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 (12-ounce) bottle Negra Modelo beer
1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes, or 3 10-ounce cans Ro-Tel canned tomatoes with green chiles
1 ounce unsweetened chocolate
3 whole dried large red chiles, such as New Mexico or guajillo
Chopped fresh cilantro, for serving
Fritos or warmed flour tortillas, for serving

Steps:

  • In a small heavy skillet, toast cumin and coriander seeds until fragrant. In a mortar and pestle, or in a coffee grinder, grind to a powder and set aside.
  • Meanwhile, roughly cut beef into 2-inch cubes, or slice it against the grain into pieces about 1/4-inch thick by 1 1/2 inches square. Sprinkle with salt.
  • In a large, heavy pot over high heat, heat oil until shimmering. Working in batches to avoid crowding the pan, brown the meat, turning occasionally until crusty. Adjust heat to prevent scorching. As it is cooked, remove the meat to drain on paper towels. Add more oil as needed for browning, but do not clean out the pot.
  • To the empty but crusty pot, add onion, garlic, jalapeños, masa harina or tortilla (if using), chile powder, cumin-coriander powder and oregano. Cook, stirring, until onion has softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add meat, beer, tomatoes, chocolate, whole dried chiles and 1 quart water. Bring to a gentle simmer and simmer about 1 1/2 hours, or until meat is fork-tender. Remove the dried chiles. Taste and add salt if necessary.
  • Serve immediately or let cool and refrigerate. The chili tastes best one or two days after it is made.
  • Reheat over low heat if necessary and serve in bowls, sprinkled with chopped onion and cilantro. Add Fritos for crunch, or dip tortillas into the spicy gravy.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 286, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 34 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 341 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

REAL TEXAS CHILI



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This chili contains no onions, beans or tomatoes. It is even better the next day. Season to your tastes as it may be too spicy for you. You can also add pinto beans, sour cream and lime juice, if desired.

Provided by AICIRTAP

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

Time 2h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds boneless beef chuck roast - cut into 1 inch cubes
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon dried oregano
2 (14 ounce) cans beef broth, divided
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Saute the beef cubes in the oil for 2 minutes. Reduce heat to medium and stir in the garlic.
  • In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, cumin and flour. Sprinkle over the meat and stir until evenly coated. Crumble the oregano over the meat and pour in 1 1/2 cans of the broth.
  • Add the salt and ground black pepper, stir together well, bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and let simmer, partially covered for about 90 minutes. Pour in remaining broth and simmer 30 minutes more, until meat begins to fall apart. Cool, cover and refrigerate to allow the flavors to blend.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 489.3 calories, Carbohydrate 4.9 g, Cholesterol 114 mg, Fat 37 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 14 g, Sodium 740.9 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

EASY TEXAS CHILI



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This is a simple recipe for Texas chili I learned from my mother. I like my chili with a little fire to it, but you can adjust this recipe to your liking. This is a chili that only gets better the second day so don't worry about using a large pot and having more than your family can eat the first night because you can have it a couple of nights later. ENJOY. I know I do every time I make this chili.

Provided by Roger K

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

Time 1h

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds lean ground beef
1 large onion, diced
1 large bell pepper, minced
3 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans
2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
4 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
3 jalapeno peppers, minced
½ cup chili powder
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Cook and stir the beef, onion, and bell pepper in a large pot over medium heat until the beef is brown and onion and pepper are tender, about 10 minutes. Drain grease from beef.
  • Stir in beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, jalapenos (if using), chili powder, red pepper flakes, black pepper, salt, and garlic powder. Bring mixture to a slow boil; cover and reduce heat. Simmer chili at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally so that it does not stick. This chili can be simmered for several hours; the longer you simmer, the more flavor you will get.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.9 g, Cholesterol 27.4 mg, Fat 7.3 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, Sodium 605.3 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right eggplant: Select a firm, unblemished eggplant that is free of bruises or cuts. A good eggplant will be heavy for its size.
  • Peel the eggplant before cooking: Peeling the eggplant will help to remove the bitterness and make the chili more tender.
  • Use a variety of beans: This recipe calls for two types of beans, black beans and pinto beans. You can use other types of beans, such as kidney beans or navy beans, if you prefer.
  • Add some spice: This chili is mild, so you can add some spice to taste. Cayenne pepper, chili powder, or cumin are all good options.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings: This chili is delicious served with shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Texas-style eggplant chili is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold night. It is also a great way to use up leftover eggplant. With its combination of beans, vegetables, and spices, this chili is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting chili recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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