Frito Pie Chili

• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) vegetable oil
• 2 cups (475 ml) chopped onions
• Salt
• Cayenne pepper
• 2 pounds (900 g) beef bottom round, cut into ½-inch (13 mm) cubes
• 1 tsp (5 ml) chili powder
• 2 tsp (10 ml) ground cumin
• Crushed red chile peppers
• 2 tsp (10 ml) dried oregano
• 2 Tbsp (30 ml) chopped garlic
• 3 cups (710 ml) crushed tomatoes
• ½ cup (120 ml) tomato paste
• 2 cups (475 ml) beef stock
• 1½ Tbsp (22 ml) masa
• 1½ Tbsp (22 ml) flour

Ingredients for 8 servings (2.7 kg) · the original recipeShow how each ingredient was counted

Method

1. 1

   In a large saucepan, heat the vegetable oil.

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2. 2

   When the oil is hot, add the onions and sauté for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to wilt.

3. 3

   Season with salt and cayenne.

4. 4

   Stir in the beef, chili powder, cumin, crushed red pepper, and oregano. Brown the meat for 5 to 6 minutes.

5. 5

   Stir in the garlic, tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef stock.

6. 6

   Bring the liquid up to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer the liquid, uncovered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, or until the beef is tender. Skim off the fat occasionally.

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7. 7

   Mix the masa and flour together with a little liquid from the stock pot.

8. 8

   Slowly stir in the masa slurry and continue to cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

9. 9

   Adjust salt, cayenne and other spices as needed.

10. 10

    Keep warm until ready to use or serve.