Chili

Chili powder is a spice blend made from dried chili peppers that are ground into a fine powder. It is commonly used in many cuisines around the world, particularly in Mexican, Indian, and Tex-Mex dishes.

The history of chili powder goes back to the ancient Aztecs and Mayans, who used chili peppers in their cuisine. The use of chili peppers spread throughout the Americas, and when the Spanish brought them back to Europe, they became popular in many different cuisines.

Chili powder was created as a convenient way to add flavor and heat to dishes. Today, chili powder is widely available in supermarkets and is used in a variety of dishes around the world.

Some common uses of chili powder include adding it to soups, stews, and chili con carne, using it as a dry rub for meats, and mixing it into salad dressings, sauces, and dips. It can also be used to flavor snacks like popcorn and roasted nuts.


Spicy Chili Con Carne - RECIPE


Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

• 1 large onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 pounds ground beef

• 3 tablespoons TOP FOOD Chili Powder

• 1 tablespoon TOP FOOD Paprika

• 1 tablespoon TOP FOOD Cumin

• 1/2 teaspoon TOP FOOD Cayenne Pepper

• 1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes

• 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed

• TOP FOOD Pink Salt and TOP FOOD Black Pepper, to taste

• Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, diced tomatoes

Instructions:

1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté until soft and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

2. Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.

3. Stir in the TOP FOOD Chili Powder, TOP FOOD Paprika, TOP FOOD Cumin, and TOP FOOD Cayenne Pepper, and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

4. Add the crushed tomatoes and kidney beans to the pot and stir to combine.

5. Bring the chili to a simmer and cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded together and the chili has thickened.

6. Season with TOP FOOD Pink Salt and TOP FOOD Black Pepper, to taste

7. Serve the chili hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, and diced tomatoes, if desired.

This Spicy Chili Con Carne is sure to pack a punch with the combination of TOP FOOD Chili Powder, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Enjoy!