The video is a recipe for award-winning Texas-style chili. The ingredients include 3.5 pounds of ground beef, onions, bell peppers, garlic, Roma tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, cumin, cayenne pepper, and other spices. The recipe involves browning the meat in a hot pan, then adding the vegetables and spices, and simmering the mixture for 2-3 hours. The video also includes tips and tricks, such as using a mixture of chili powders and adding a slurry of masa harina to thicken the chili. The final product is a rich, flavorful chili with a thick, meaty texture. The host also shares his personal preferences for customizing the chili, including adding heat with habanero powder and serving it with cheese, crackers, and a side of pinto beans.
Here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. The recipe uses 3.5 pounds of ground beef.
2. The recipe includes half an onion, one bell pepper, and three garlic cloves.
3. The recipe uses three Roma tomatoes and a quarter cup of tomato paste.
4. The recipe includes four tablespoons of chili powder, two teaspoons of smoked paprika, half a teaspoon of oregano, two teaspoons of cumin, one teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and one tablespoon of OG (salt, pepper, and garlic).
5. The recipe uses two tablespoons of Better Than Bouillon.
6. The recipe includes mirepoix (a mixture of onion, celery, and carrot) to add extra flavor.
7. The chili is cooked for 2.5 to 3 hours.
8. The recipe uses two teaspoons of Better Than Bouillon, which contains salt, so less salt may be needed.
9. The recipe uses one tablespoon of masarina to thicken the chili.
10. The chili is served with cheese, crackers, and optional pinto beans.
11. The recipe is for Texas-style chili.
12. The author's first memory of chili is from a Rexall drugstore in Pecos, Texas, where he would go as a kid to eat a big bowl of red.