Alf's "Colorado Red" Recipe

Name: Alf's "Colorado Red"
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 pounds beef tri-tip roast, cubed; Shortening; 4 tablespoons onion powder; 1 tablespoon garlic powder, plus 1/2 tablespoon and 1 1/4 teaspoons; 1 tablespoon New Mexico chili powder, plus 4 more tablespoons; 2 tablespoons California chili powder, plus 3 more tablespoons; 1 tablespoon chili powder, plus 1 tablespoon (recommended: Gebhardt's); 1 cup tomato sauce; 2 1/2 cups (20 ounces) beef broth; 2 1/2 cups (20 ounces) chicken broth; 1 tablespoon New Mexico hot chili powder; 2 tablespoons ground cumin, plus 3 more tablespoons; Dash seasoning salt; Dash hot pepper sauce; Salt

Servings: persons

4 pounds beef tri-tip roast, cubed
Shortening
4 tablespoons onion powder
1 tablespoon garlic powder, plus 1/2 tablespoon and 1 1/4 teaspoons
1 tablespoon New Mexico chili powder, plus 4 more tablespoons
2 tablespoons California chili powder, plus 3 more tablespoons
1 tablespoon chili powder, plus 1 tablespoon (recommended: Gebhardt's)
1 cup tomato sauce
2 1/2 cups (20 ounces) beef broth
2 1/2 cups (20 ounces) chicken broth
1 tablespoon New Mexico hot chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin, plus 3 more tablespoons
Dash seasoning salt
Dash hot pepper sauce
Salt

1
In a large pot, brown meat in shortening.
2
Drain or rinse meat and return meat to chili pot.
3
Add onion powder, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon New Mexico chili powder, 2 tablespoons California chili powder, chili powder, tomato sauce, and beef and chicken broths.
4
Bring to a boil and then reduce heat and simmer for approximately 1 1/2 hours.
5
Add New Mexico hot chili powder, 1 tablespoon California chili powder, 2 tablespoons New Mexico chili powder, 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder, 2 tablespoons cumin, and seasoning salt.
6
Simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
7
Add 2 more tablespoons California chili powder, 2 tablespoons New Mexico chili powder, 2 tablespoons cumin, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
8
Add water to reach desired consistency and then simmer for 30 minutes.
9
Add remaining 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
10
Taste, and adjust seasoning with hot sauce and salt.
11
Simmer for 15 more minutes and then serve.

1441

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

168

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 pounds beef tri-tip roast, cubed, Shortening, 4 tablespoons onion powder, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, plus 1/2 tablespoon and 1 1/4 teaspoons, and more.

Yes, Alf's "Colorado Red" falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Alf's "Colorado Red"

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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