World famous killer 4-star venison chili

6 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
3.00poundsFinely chopped venison *
1.00eachMedium onion
4.00eachCloves garlic
1.00xSalt to taste
¼cup(or more) Chili powder
2.00tablespoonOlive oil
1.00tablespoonCumin
1.00canTexas beer
½cupWater or beef broth
1.00tablespoonMexican oregano
2.00tablespoonMasa or corn meal **
1.00teaspoonGround 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