SPICY CHILI SEASONING MIX

Spicy Chili Seasoning Mix image

"Having the seasonings mixed up in advance makes stirring up a batch of chili a breeze," suggests Mary Henderson of Opelika, Alabama. "It's a bold but pleasant blend. I like the round steak and ground beef combination."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts) per batch.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

4 tablespoons chili powder
2-1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
2-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
ADDITIONAL INGREDIENTS:
1 pound boneless beef top round steak, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
2 cans (16 ounces each) chili beans, undrained, divided

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.Yield: 4 batches (20 teaspoons total)., To prepare chili: Lightly brown steak in oil in a Dutch oven; add 3 teaspoons of the seasoning mix and toss to coat. Add ground beef; cook until meat is no longer pink. Add onion; cook until tender. Add tomatoes and 2 more teaspoons of mix. Stir in one can of chili beans. Place the other can in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Add to chili. Cook on low for 30-40 minutes or until meat is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 273mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein.