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How To Make Cincinnati Chili (Skyline 3-Way Style)
If you're not from Cincinnati this bizarre regional dish may look insane to you but rest assured it's one of the most delicious meals you can make right in your own home.
INGREDIENTS
2 LBS GROUND BEEF
2 TSP SALT
3 TSP UNSWEETENED COCOA POWDER
2 TSP CINNAMON
1 TSP GARLIC POWDER
1 TSP GROUND CUMIN
1 TSP PAPRIKA
¼ CUP CHILI POWDER
½ TSP BLACK PEPPER
½ TSP ALLSPICE
½ TSP GROUND CLOVE
1 TSP SUGAR
1 FINELY DICED YELLOW ONION
6 CUPS WATER
1 6OZ CAN TOMATO PASTE
1 8OZ CAN TOMATO SAUCE
2 TSP WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE
1 TSP APPLE CIDER VINEGAR
RECIPE
IN A LARGE POT OR DUTCH OVEN COOK TOMATO PASTE ON MEDIUM HEAT UNTIL CARAMELIZED AND A NICE BRICK RED COLOR (ABOUT 4 MINUTES).
ADD IN TOMATO SAUCE, WATER, MEAT.
USE A POTATO MASHER OR WOODEN SPOON TO CRUSH UP THE MEAT UNTIL MIXTURE REACHES A THIN, SOUPY CONSISTENCY.
MIX IN REST OF SPICES, WORCESTERSHIRE SAUCE AND APPLE CIDER VINEGAR.
BRING TO A BOIL AND LET SIMMER FOR 1 HOUR (OR 2 HOURS IF YOU PREFER A THICKER CONSISTENCY).
PREPARE SPAGHETTI OR HOT DOG AND SERVE HOT COVERED IN CHILI AND A MOUNTAIN OF SHREDDED YELLOW CHEDDAR CHEESE WITH A SIDE OF OYSTER CRACKERS AND HOT SAUCE.
Incredible Cincinnati Chili - Skyline Taste you've gotta try!
Get ready to spice up your taste buds with our delicious Cincinnati chili recipe! This unique blend of spices and flavors will transport you straight to the streets of Ohio. Made with a combination of ground beef, diced onions, and a secret blend of spices, this chili is perfect served over spaghetti and topped with shredded cheddar cheese, diced onions, and a dollop of sour cream. Whether you're a local or just visiting, this dish is a must-try when in Cincinnati. Watch our video to see how easy it is to make this delicious and authentic dish at home. Enjoy!
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Cincinnati Chili Recipe (Chili Cheese Dogs) | I Heart Recipes
Hey y’all! If you’ve never had Cincinnati Chili, you’ve got to give it a try. Here’s my recipe for authentic Cincinnati Chili.
I lived in Ohio for just a couple of months when I was 16, and that is when I fell in love with Cincinnati Chili. Everything about it is amazing. The flavors and aroma, even the texture. I had to recreate this dish and make it my own. Watch my tutorial to see how I make my version of Cincinnati Chili.
Start by browning ground beef. You can use ground turkey, but I prefer beef. Add in a good amount of chopped onions, a little water and a can of tomato sauce, and give it a stir. I use a homemade Cincinnati Chili spice mixture as my local grocer doesn’t carry it prepackaged. My spice mixture is super simple and so good. Add this to the meat along with minced garlic and vinegar. Next add in unsweetened chocolate. You read that right, y’all! Unsweetened chocolate is a key ingredient to authentic Cincinnati chili. It gives it a rich flavor and a nice dark color. Stir until the chocolate is melted. Simmer for 2-½ hours, making sure to stir periodically so the bottom doesn’t burn. There are two popular ways to serve this chili. One way is to serve over a bed of spaghetti and the other is to spoon it over a hot dog. Whichever way you decide, top with shredded cheese and onions, and you’re good to go!
Find the recipe here:
Timestamps for video:
0:20 - Add ground beef to a pan.
0:25 - Brown the beef.
0:30 - Drain the fat.
0:36 - Add in finely chopped onion.
0:39 - Stir.
0:45 - Pour in water.
0:51 - Pour in tomato sauce.
0:58 - Mix well.
1:06 - Add minced garlic.
1:08 - Pour in white vinegar.
1:15 - Sprinkle in spices.
1:22 - Stir well.
1:33 - Add unsweetened chocolate.
1:50 - Stir until chocolate is melted.
2:05 - Let simmer for 2-½ hours.
2:25 - Skim off excess fat.
2:45 - Serve the chili over spaghetti.
2:54 - Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
3:03 - Serve on top of a hot dog.
3:10 - Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
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Cincinnati Chili
Authentic Cincinnati Chili is a meaty, rich, and uniquely spiced chili from (you guessed it!) Cincinnati, Ohio. It's served over hot spaghetti with your choice of toppings. Don’t forget the cheese and oyster crackers! #chili #cincinnatichili #simplyrecipes #cincinnati
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Skyline Chili recipe: Secret Ingredient Hiding in Plain Sight? BEST Skyline Copycat Recipe Available
Skyline Chili recipe is in the video starting at 1:45. This is the most serious attempt at copying Skyline Chili's secret recipe available out there so far.
Link to article about the Skyline factory and procedure:
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