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😄 rad. I will have to grab some for my chili next time 😄






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That Azzmador was a staunch chili purist? He is no longer here with us to speak for himself, but I assure you, he accepted only one definition of chili. Texas chili. Period. End of. Full stop.


WilhelmIII
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> So, what's the definition of Texas style chili?
Beef is canonical, but other meats can be added for variation. Meat in chunks is preferred over ground meat.
The Sacred Six: paprika, oregano, cumin, garlic, onion, and cayenne pepper
Other flavorings are allowed for variation provided they do not overpower the cayenne. Often can include fresh chilis.
Tomato-based sauce. This can include whole or pieces of tomato.
Masa flour is the traditional thickening agent, though other corn flours are acceptable.

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I have made elk, venison, buffalo, and goat chili. Beef is the usual suspect, but I find venison makes a very fine version.

WilhelmIII
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Meat choices can be regional. South coasters often add alligator.
East Texans have javelina. I've had rattlesnake chili in South Central Texas.