Chili Our Way

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
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A rich, smoky beef chili with a deep chile base and a hint of cocoa
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This hearty “Chili Our Way” is a comforting bowl of warmth that balances robust beef flavors with a complex, smoky chile paste. The secret lies in toasting dried chiles and blending them into a smooth puree, which creates a velvety texture and deep flavor profile without overwhelming heat. Boneless chuck beef simmers slowly until tender, absorbing the aromatic notes of cumin, oregano, and a touch of unsweetened cocoa powder for richness. It’s the perfect dish for cold evenings, family gatherings, or when you crave something deeply satisfying and homemade. Serve it ladled hot with fresh toppings like sour cream, cheese, and crisp tortilla chips for the ultimate comfort food experience.

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Chili Our Way

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 376.5

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This hearty "Chili Our Way" is a comforting bowl of warmth that balances robust beef flavors with a complex, smoky chile paste. The secret lies in toasting dried chiles and blending them into a smooth puree, which creates a velvety texture and deep flavor profile without overwhelming heat. Boneless chuck beef simmers slowly until tender, absorbing the aromatic notes of cumin, oregano, and a touch of unsweetened cocoa powder for richness. It&# 226;ÂÂs the perfect dish for cold evenings, family gatherings, or when you crave something deeply satisfying and homemade. Serve it ladled hot with fresh toppings like sour cream, cheese, and crisp tortilla chips for the ultimate comfort food experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat a griddle or cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. Toast the dried chile peppers, turning them frequently to avoid burning, for 1-2 minutes.
  3. Let the chile peppers cool until they can be handled, then remove stems and seeds.
  4. Combine the toasted peppers with 1 cup of water in a small saucepan.
  5. Bring the water and peppers to a boil, cover, and simmer for 5 minutes.
  6. Transfer the water and softened peppers to a food processor and puree until smooth.
  7. In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, render 4 tablespoons of beef suet over medium-high heat.
  8. Add the cubed chuck beef to the hot suet and sauté until lightly browned on all sides.
  9. Transfer the browned meat to a bowl and set aside.
  10. Add the remaining suet to the pot, followed by chopped onions and garlic.
  11. Cook the onions and garlic, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.
  12. Stir in the cumin and cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
  13. Return the beef to the pot and add the chile puree, drained tomatoes, cocoa powder, bay leaf, and oregano.
  14. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  15. Add enough water to barely cover the meat.
  16. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours, adding water if needed to keep meat covered.
  17. Season with salt to taste, then simmer uncovered for an additional hour to thicken.
  18. Discard the bay leaf before serving.
  19. Ladle the hot chili into bowls and serve with sour cream, grated cheddar, chopped onion, fresh chile peppers, beans, and tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 376.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.9g8%
Saturated Fat 0.9g5%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 30.0mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 96.0g32%
Dietary Fiber 37.5g150%
Sugars 4.1g
Protein 21.0g42%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: beef chili, dried chiles, cocoa powder, slow cooked, mexican cuisine, comfort food, chuck roast, spicy, dinner recipe, hearty, smoky flavor, cumin, oregano, tomatoes, family meal, winter dish, gourmet chili, homemade, rich, simmered
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