Mexican-Style Chili Beef

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Slow-simmered beef with aromatic spices and tangy tomatoes for a comforting, hearty meal.
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This Mexican-Style Chili Beef is a comforting, slow-cooked dish that transforms lean round steak into tender, flavorful morsels. The meat simmers for hours in a rich sauce made from crushed tomatoes, sharp vinegar, and aromatic onions. Warm spices like cumin and dried oregano infuse the broth with authentic depth, while fresh jalape&# 195;±os add a gentle, pleasant heat. The result is a savory, robust stew that feels both rustic and satisfying. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you need a hands-off main course that delivers big flavor. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm corn tortillas to soak up every last drop of the delicious, thickened sauce. It’s a family-friendly classic that brings cozy, home-style warmth to the dinner table without requiring complicated techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.

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Mexican-Style Chili Beef

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 307.6

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This Mexican-Style Chili Beef is a comforting, slow-cooked dish that transforms lean round steak into tender, flavorful morsels. The meat simmers for hours in a rich sauce made from crushed tomatoes, sharp vinegar, and aromatic onions. Warm spices like cumin and dried oregano infuse the broth with authentic depth, while fresh jalape&# 195;±os add a gentle, pleasant heat. The result is a savory, robust stew that feels both rustic and satisfying. It’s perfect for busy weeknights when you need a hands-off main course that delivers big flavor. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm corn tortillas to soak up every last drop of the delicious, thickened sauce. It’s a family-friendly classic that brings cozy, home-style warmth to the dinner table without requiring complicated techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Trim excess fat from the beef and cut the steak into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Heat a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add a small amount of oil or cooking spray.
  3. Add the beef cubes in a single layer and brown on all sides, working in batches if necessary to avoid crowding.
  4. Once browned, drain off any excess fat from the pot.
  5. Add the sliced onion and vinegar to the pot, stirring constantly until the onion begins to soften and lightly brown.
  6. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, water, diced jalapeño, minced garlic, cumin seeds (or ground cumin), and dried oregano.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low to maintain a gentle simmer.
  8. Cover the pot and simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is very tender.
  9. Remove the lid and continue simmering for 10–15 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken.
  10. Skim any excess fat from the surface of the sauce if desired.
  11. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  12. Serve hot over rice or with corn tortillas.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 307.6kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.2g28%
Saturated Fat 7.6g38%
Cholesterol 93.1mg32%
Sodium 81.7mg4%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 32.9g66%

* 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, mexican, stew, cumin, tomato, slow-cooked, comfort-food, lean-beef, spicy, dinner, simmered, round-steak, hearty, family-meal
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