Cincinnati Chili
Any way you want it, Cincinnati Chili, aka Cincy chili, is a delicious food phenomenon hailing from Ohio and loved by everyone who tastes it. Served on spaghetti noodles or hot dogs since the 1920s, this unique style of chili may just be your new favorite regional food.
Course: Main Course Cuisine: American Keyword: chili Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes Servings: 10 servings Calories: 271kcal
1 tablespoon olive oil 2 onions, finely chopped 1 (1 ounce) square unsweetened chocolate 1 clove garlic, minced 2 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon dried oregano 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon 3/4 teaspoon allspice 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves 2 cups chicken broth 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 teaspoons brown sugar 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 pounds 85/15 ground beef Cooked spaghetti for serving Shredded cheese, dark red kidney beans, finely chopped onions, and oyster crackers for serving
- In a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat, heat oil until shimmering. Cook onions until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in chocolate, garlic, chili powder, oregano, cinnamon, allspice, and cloves until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add broth, tomato sauce, vinegar, tomato paste, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.
- Stir in beef and bring to boil. Reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 20 to 25 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper (I like 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper).
- Serve over cooked spaghetti with desired toppings such as cheese, beans, onions, and crackers.