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Beef Chile Colorado

Beef Chile Colorado

Discover the rich flavors of Beef Chile Colorado, a hearty Mexican stew with tender beef and smoky red chile sauce. Perfect for family dinners!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1.4 kg beef shoulder or chuck, cut into cubes
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon neutral oil
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 6 dried guajillo chiles, stems and seeds removed
  • 4 dried ancho chiles, stems and seeds removed
  • 3 dried árbol chiles, stems and seeds removed
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
  • 600 ml beef broth
  • as needed warmed corn tortillas, for serving

Equipment

  • Large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot
  • Skillet for toasting chiles
  • Blender or food processor
  • Fine mesh sieve (optional)
  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. Toast the dried chiles in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Transfer the toasted chiles to a pot with the chopped onion and garlic, cover with water, and simmer for about 20 minutes until softened.
  3. Using a slotted spoon, transfer softened chiles, onion, and garlic to a blender. Add 250 ml of the cooking liquid, cumin, coriander, oregano, and beef broth, then blend until smooth.
  4. Season the beef cubes with salt and pepper, then coat lightly in flour. Heat oil in a large Dutch oven and brown the beef on all sides.
  5. Return all the beef to the pot, cover with enough sauce to cover the meat, and simmer gently for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 580mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 12IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 20mg

Notes

For the best results, use high-quality dried chiles. They’re the foundation of the dish, so their freshness matters.
Don't rush the browning process as it's key to developing deep, savory flavors.
Let the stew rest for 15-20 minutes before serving to enhance the flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding beef broth if necessary.
Serve with warm tortillas, garnished with diced onions, cilantro, radishes, and lime wedges for added flavor and presentation.
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