Chili Too Thin
Your chili is watery because it did not reduce enough. Simmer and add a thickener.
watery chili · poor cling · gluten-free
The fix
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- 1 simmer uncovered for 10 minutes to reduce
- 2 whisk in 1 tablespoon tomato paste for body
- 3 stir in 1 teaspoon cornmeal and simmer 2 minutes
If it's still wrong
- Blend in 1/2 cup cooked beans for thickness.
- Serve over rice to absorb extra liquid.
Prevent next time
- Brown meat well to reduce liquid.
- Avoid adding extra water early.
Notes
Why this works
Reducing evaporates water while keeping flavor. Starch from cornmeal or beans thickens the base so the chili clings to a spoon.