Description
Indulge in the rich, authentic flavors of Texas Chili Con Carne, a hearty dish featuring tender beef simmered in a vibrant chile purée. This flavorful chili is perfect for gatherings, game days, or cozy nights at home. With its customizable spice level and array of delicious toppings, it stands out as a crowd-pleasing favorite that warms you from the inside out.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 New Mexico chilies
- 3 Ancho chilies
- 4 lbs boneless beef chuck
- 1 extra-large yellow onion
- 2–6 jalapeños (optional)
- Spices: cumin, paprika, coriander, allspice, Mexican oregano
- 2 cups tomato purée
Instructions
- Toast the chilies in a large pot over medium heat until aromatic. Add chicken broth and let them steep before blending into a smooth purée.
- Sear seasoned beef cubes in batches until browned; set aside.
- Sauté onions, bell peppers, and jalapeños in the same pot. Stir in garlic and spices until fragrant.
- Combine with tomato purée and the blended chile mix, then return the beef to the pot.
- Simmer on low for 2–3 hours until the beef is tender. Adjust seasoning before serving.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg