Chili Con Carne Recipe
This Chili Con Carne recipe features tender chuck roast in a rich chili sauce made from Guajillo and Ancho peppers. Perfect for a hearty, flavorful stew, this dish balances heat and smoky undertones with the sweetness of brown sugar. Ideal for those seeking an authentic chili experience.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Chili Sauce:
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- 4 Guajillo Peppers (or 1-1.5 tbsp ground guajillo powder)
- 4 Ancho Peppers (or 1-1.5 tbsp ground ancho powder)
- Salt to taste
- Chili:
- 3.5-4 lbs Chuck Roast, cubed
- 1-2 tbsp Paprika
- 1 tbsp Mexican Oregano
- 1 tbsp Black Pepper
- 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Ground Coriander
- Salt to taste
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 Jalapeno Peppers, chopped
- 1 Large Onion, chopped
- 5 Cloves Garlic, chopped
- 2-4 cups Beef Stock
- Optional: Worcestershire Sauce, Tomato Sauce, Chili or Kidney Beans, Extra Spicy Chili Powders
Instructions
- Prepare Chili Sauce: Soak Guajillo and Ancho peppers in hot water until soft. Blend with salt to taste into a smooth sauce.
- Sear Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sear cubed chuck roast until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Cook Aromatics: In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, and jalapenos until softened.
- Combine: Add the seared beef back to the pot along with the chili sauce, paprika, oregano, black pepper, brown sugar, cumin, and coriander. Stir to combine.
- Simmer: Pour in beef stock and optional additions. Simmer on low heat for 2-3 hours until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded.
- Season: Adjust salt and spice levels to taste before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the level of heat by varying the amount of jalapenos and spicy chili powders.
- For a thicker chili, reduce the amount of beef stock or simmer uncovered.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
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