Beef Chile Colorado
Beef Chile Colorado is a soul-warming dish that brings together tender beef and rich, smoky flavors from dried chiles. Perfect for cozy dinners or lively gatherings, this recipe is sure to impress family and friends. The vibrant colors and aromatic spices create a feast for the senses, making it not just a meal but an unforgettable experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Total Time: 3 hours 20 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 dried pasilla chiles
- 3 dried ancho chiles
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried Mexican oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- Remove stems and seeds from pasilla and ancho chiles. Toast in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Soak toasted chiles in hot water for 15-20 minutes until soft.
- In a large pot, heat oil over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (about 5 minutes), then add minced garlic for another minute.
- Blend soaked chiles with some soaking liquid until smooth; add cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper while blending.
- Brown seasoned beef in the pot for about 8-10 minutes before adding the blended sauce.
- Add beef broth to cover meat; bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 2-3 hours until beef is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the beef well before simmering. - You can vary the recipe by using chicken or pork instead of beef. - Serve with warm tortillas or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.