Description
Beef Chile Colorado is a flavorful and hearty dish made with tender beef chuck simmered in a rich and spicy chile sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 cups dried red chiles (such as New Mexico or California), stems and seeds removed
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, toast the dried chiles for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.
- Remove from heat and place the chiles in a bowl. Pour 2 cups of hot water over the chiles and let them soak for about 20 minutes until softened.
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes in batches, browning them on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
- In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Drain the soaked chiles and transfer them to a blender. Add the beef broth, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, apple cider vinegar, and brown sugar. Blend until smooth.
- Return the browned beef to the pot and pour the blended chile sauce over the meat. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender, stirring occasionally.
- Serve hot with rice, tortillas, or over nachos.
Notes
- For a spicier dish, add a few jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the blender with the chiles.
- Serve with fresh cilantro and lime wedges for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg