Beef Chili With Ancho, Red Beans And Chocolate

Name: Beef Chili With Ancho, Red Beans And Chocolate
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ancho chilies, seeded and hand torn into pieces (I used powdered because we couldn't find them in the store) or 2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder (I used powdered because we couldn't find th…; 3 lbs beef shoulder (I used a black angus london broil); sea salt (I used kosher) or kosher salt (I used kosher); fresh ground black pepper; 2 onions, diced (I used one very large Vidalia); 10 garlic cloves, halved; 3 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, chopped (I used Louisiana Chipotle sauce since we did not have the peppers in adobo) or 2 ounces louisiana hot sauce (I used Louisiana Chipotle sauce since we did…; 1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 tablespoons coriander; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon sweet paprika; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon sugar; 1 (28 ounce) can whole canned tomatoes; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained; 1/4 cup cornmeal; 1 tablespoon unsweetened chocolate; 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese (to garnish)

Servings: persons

2 ancho chilies, seeded and hand torn into pieces (I used powdered because we couldn't find them in the store) or 2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder (I used powdered because we couldn't find them in the store)
3 lbs beef shoulder (I used a black angus london broil)
sea salt (I used kosher) or kosher salt (I used kosher)
fresh ground black pepper
2 onions, diced (I used one very large Vidalia)
10 garlic cloves, halved
3 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, chopped (I used Louisiana Chipotle sauce since we did not have the peppers in adobo) or 2 ounces louisiana hot sauce (I used Louisiana Chipotle sauce since we did not have the peppers in adobo)
1 jalapeno, seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons coriander
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon sugar
1 (28 ounce) can whole canned tomatoes
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 tablespoon unsweetened chocolate
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese (to garnish)

1
Toast the ancho chile pieces over low heat in a dry skillet until fragrant, shaking the pan so they don't scorch.
2
Put the chiles in a food processor and pulse until they are powder.
3
Cut the beef into large and season with salt and pepper.
4
Put beef in large soup pot and add enough water to cover by one inch.
5
Place over medium heat and bring to a boil.
6
Skim off any foam that rises to the surface.
7
Mix in onions, garlic, chipotles, and jalapeno.
8
Stir in the chili powder, coriander, cumin, paprika, oregano, sugar, cinnamon, and powdered ancho chilies.
9
Pour the entire can of tomatoes into a bowl and crush by hand until chunky.
10
Add tomatoes and tomato paste to the pot.
11
Simmer for 2 hours.
12
As it cooks down you can add more water if necessary (we didn't need to but you may).
13
When done, take a wooden spoon and beat chili vigorously so that meat comes apart in shreds.
14
(I used two forks like I do with pulled pork).
15
Stir in beans and corn meal.
16
Cover only partially (so the chili doesn't get watery).
17
Simmer for one hour stirring occasionally In the last 5 minutes, stir in the chocolate.
18
Before serving, garnish with cheddar.

1727

kcal

Calories

Fat

114

Carbs

132

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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ancho chilies, seeded and hand torn into pieces (I used powdered because we couldn't find them in the store) or 2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder (I used powdered because we couldn't find them in the store), 3 lbs beef shoulder (I used a black angus london broil), sea salt (I used kosher) or kosher salt (I used kosher), fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Beef Chili With Ancho, Red Beans And Chocolate 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!