Wazzu Tailgate Chili

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Wazzu Tailgate Chili to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Wazzu Tailgate Chili, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 pound ground pork
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped, divided
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 habanero peppers, seeded and
• minced
• 2 jalapeno pepper, seeded and
• minced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons chopped green
• onion
• 3 (15 ounce) cans chili beans
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (12 ounce) bottle lager-style
• beer
• 2 tablespoons cornmeal
• 1 cup water
• 1/4 cup chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground black
• pepper
• 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

• Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
• Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
• Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Cook ground beef and pork in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the meat is crumbly, evenly browned, and no longer pink

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Drain and discard any excess grease

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Stir in 3/4 of the onion and all of the green pepper, habanero pepper, jalapeno pepper, and garlic

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Stir the drained meat into the onion mixture along with the green onion, chili beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, beer, and water