Cincinnati Chili Recipe
Cincinnati Chili is an Ohio specialty, with savory, unique ingredients. Serve over spaghetti, topped with onions, beans, and cheddar cheese.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large white onion diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 ounce unsweetened chocolate chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon allspice
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- 2 cups (480 ml) beef broth or stock
- 1 15- ounce can tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or distilled vinegar
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 pounds (900 g) ground beef lean
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
For Serving:
- Cooked spaghetti
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Diced white onion
- Cooked kidney beans
- Oyster crackers
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat, heat the olive oil until shimmering. Add the diced onions and cook until soft and translucent which should take about 5 minutes.
- Add in the chopped chocolate, minced garlic, oregano, cinnamon, allspice, and cloves, letting them cook until fragrant, which should take about 30 seconds.
- Pour in the beef broth, tomato sauce, vinegar, tomato paste, and Worcestershire sauce into the pot, stirring to combine well.
- Stir in the ground beef, breaking it apart as you do so (I used a potato masher as you can to break it up finely). Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Lower the heat and let your chili simmer until it thickens, which should take around 20 to 25 minutes.
- Season the chili with salt and pepper to your liking. Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning if desired.
- Place some cooked spaghetti in a bowl and top it with a generous amount of chili. Add your preferred toppings: cheese, beans, onions, and few oyster crackers.
Notes
- Instead of spaghetti, this Cincinnati chili can be served (with your desired toppings from above) on french fries, baked potatoes, or hot dogs. These chili dogs are called "Coney's" and usually also include mustard.
- For a lower-fat option, try this recipe with ground turkey or chicken.
- Add spice: A pinch of cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, or a few shakes of hot sauce can be added to the recipe for a bit of heat.
- Slow Cooker Option: Saute the onions and stir in the seasonings. Then add the mixture to a slow cooker with the rest of the ingredients. Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours, or on low for 6-8 hours.
- Storing: Keep in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 668mg | Potassium: 589mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 254IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 3mg
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