In a large dutch oven add your clarified fat over medium heat. Allow this to melt. Add in your onion and garlic and saute until the onion is softened. Add the spices and the Jalapeno. Saute until the spices start to release their oils and the smell is fragrant.
Add in the rest of the ingredients. Allow to simmer for 2 hours (depending on your taste). This is excellent with bread, tortilla chips, sour cream, cilantro and cheddar cheese.