Description
Indulge in the rich, smoky flavors of Smoky Texas Chili, a hearty dish perfect for gatherings and cozy nights alike. Crafted with tender smoked beef chuck roast and a blend of aromatic spices, this chili offers a delightful warmth that will satisfy your taste buds and fill your home with an irresistible aroma. The addition of cheddar jalapeño dumplings provides a unique twist and texture, making this dish not only comforting but also memorable. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or enjoying a family dinner, this recipe promises to be the highlight of any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs. smoked beef chuck roast
- 1 Tbsp. vegetable oil
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, coarsely chopped
- ¼ cup dark chili powder
- 1 Tbsp. smoked paprika
- 1 tsp. paprika
- 1 Tbsp. cumin
- 1 Tbsp. fine black pepper
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 2 roasted poblanos, coarsely chopped
- 1 qt. beef stock
- 1 can (28 oz.) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tsp. Mexican oregano
- 1 tsp. beef base
- 1 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
- Optional: Kosher Salt to taste
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp. baking powder
- ½ tsp. salt
- ¼ cup honey or ½ cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ¼ –½ cup shredded sharp cheddar
- 1 small jalapeño, finely diced
Instructions
- Preheat smoker to 250°F and smoke the seasoned beef chuck roast for about 8 hours.
- In a Dutch oven, sauté diced onions and red bell peppers in vegetable oil until translucent.
- Add spices and cook until fragrant.
- Stir in cubed smoked beef chuck roast, poblano peppers, beef stock, and crushed tomatoes; simmer for 40 minutes.
- Prepare dumpling mixture of cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, honey, eggs, and buttermilk; fold in cheese and jalapeños.
- Drop dumpling batter into simmering chili; cover and cook for an additional 20 minutes until fluffy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Smoking, Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg