Heat a large Dutch oven over medium high heat.
Add the ground beef and cook, stirring and breaking up until crumbled and no longer pink.
Add the onions and garlic and cook until translucent and moisture mostly evaporated.
Add the chile powder, cumin and soy sauce and stir.
When combined add the chiles, tomatoes, tomato sauce and water.
Raise heat bring to a simmer, lower the heat and simmer gently, partially covered for 45 minutes or until flavors have melded.
Taste for seasoning and add salt to taste.
Top with garnishes such as chopped green onions, cilantro, shredded cheese and sour cream or plain yogurt if desired.
