Wesley and kathy's world-famous killer 4-star venison chili

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
3poundsFinely chopped venison *
1Medium onion
4Cloves garlic
Salt to taste
¼cup(or more) Chili powder
2tablespoonsOlive oil
1tablespoonCumin
1canTexas beer
½cupWater or beef broth
1tablespoonMexican oregano
2tablespoonsMasa or corn meal **
1teaspoonGround coriander

Directions

* Venison should be cut from the neck or shoulder ** Dissolve masa in about ¼ c water Saute the meat in the oil until about ½ browned. Add onions and garlic and saute until onions are tender, but not brown. Add chili powder, coriander, and cumin, and cook, stirring, for 4 - 5 minutes. Do not allow to burn. Add beer and water/broth and simmer, stirring frequently until meat is tender. (About 45 minutes - 1 hour) When meat is tender, stir in masa, dissolved in water or broth. Simmer, stirring frequently an additional 30 minutes or so. If possible, allow chili to cool and sit for at least 6 hours before re-heating and serving.

Contributed by Wesley Pitts