Brisket Chili Recipe
smoked brisket, red onion, cotija, cornbread croutons
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Ingredients
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Chili Base
Toppings
Method
Chili Preparation
- 1
- 2
Add Meat and Spices
Stir in the smoked brisket, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 3 minutes, allowing the spices to toast slightly.
- 3
Combine with Tomatoes and Beans
Add the diced tomatoes and kidney beans (drained and rinsed) to the pot. Stir to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
- 4
Add Broth and Simmer
Pour in the beef broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serving the Chili
- 5
Prepare the Toppings
While the chili simmers, prepare the toppings by crumbling the cotija cheese, chopping the fresh cilantro, and having the sour cream and cornbread croutons ready.
- 6
Serve
Once the chili has finished simmering, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Ladle the chili into bowls and top with cotija cheese, cilantro, a dollop of sour cream, and a generous handful of cornbread croutons.
