The Best Texas Style Chili Recipe - Bold and Hearty

In a large Dutch oven, warm olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and jalapeños, stirring frequently until onions become translucent and slightly softened, approximately 6-8 minutes.

Introduce minced garlic to the aromatic mixture, cooking briefly until its fragrance intensifies, about 1 minute.

Incorporate ground beef, seasoning with salt and black pepper. Crumble meat while leaving some substantial chunks, cooking for 8 minutes until beef loses its pink coloration. Drain excess fat if needed.

Sprinkle chili powder, cumin, oregano, and coriander into the pot. Stir thoroughly and toast spices for 1 minute to enhance their deep, robust flavors.

Blend tomato paste, diced tomatoes, and beef stock into the meat mixture. Stir until ingredients are evenly distributed, bringing the liquid to a gentle simmer.

Reduce heat to medium-low and allow chili to develop its rich flavors, stirring occasionally. Let the mixture reduce and thicken for 30-60 minutes until it reaches a hearty, robust consistency.

Ladle the chili into serving bowls and garnish with optional toppings like shredded cheese, tangy sour cream, crisp red onions, fresh green onions, additional jalapeños, or vibrant salsa and salsa verde.