Step 1

Sauté onions in oil (just enough to cook them in) over medium heat in a saucepan for 5 minutes or until golden.

Step 2

Add garlic and continue cooking for 2 minutes.

Step 3

Add tomato paste then stir and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the paste just starts to brown on the bottom of the pan.

Step 4

Add water then stir well to deglaze the pan. Add chili powder and remaining spices then whisk until smooth.

Step 5

Add ground beef then stir the meat into the liquid with a whisk or fork. Once the meat and sauce are uniformly combined, bring to a low boil.

Step 6

Cover and simmer for 30 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Remove lid then continue simmering, uncovered, for 30 additional minutes or until chili has reached desired thickness.

Step 8

Cover and keep warm until ready to serve.