Chili Primero Recipe

Name: Chili Primero
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Soups & Stews
Ingredients: 1 pound bacon smoked; 4 pounds beef, round steak cut up; 56 ounces tomatoes, canned; 15 ounces tomato sauce; 6 ounces tomato paste; 7 ounces green chili peppers; 2 tablespoons jalapeno pepper diced; 4 ounces cactus pickled, diced; 2 cups onions chopped; 2 cups green bell peppers chopped; 1 cup parsley leaves minced; 2 teaspoons coriander ground; 3 cloves garlic minced; 8 teaspoons cumin ground; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/4 teaspoon oregano dried; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 tablespoons mild chili powder; 1/2 cup masa harina

Servings: persons

1 pound bacon smoked
4 pounds beef, round steak cut up
56 ounces tomatoes, canned
15 ounces tomato sauce
6 ounces tomato paste
7 ounces green chili peppers
2 tablespoons jalapeno pepper diced
4 ounces cactus pickled, diced
2 cups onions chopped
2 cups green bell peppers chopped
1 cup parsley leaves minced
2 teaspoons coriander ground
3 cloves garlic minced
8 teaspoons cumin ground
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon oregano dried
1/4 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons mild chili powder
1/2 cup masa harina

1
In large skillet, brown bacon; drain and set aside, reserving grease.
2
In same skillet, brown round steak.
3
Put browned round steak and bacon pieces in large stockpot.
4
Stir in tomatoes with liquid, tomato sauce, tomato paste, green chilies, jalapenos and cactus.
5
Heat to simmering.
6
In same skillet, saute onions in 1/2 reserved bacon grease until transparent.
7
Add to stockpot.
8
Repeat with green peppers.
9
Stir in parsley, coriander, garlic, cumin, cayenne pepper, oregano, paprika, salt, pepper, lemon juice and chili powders.
10
Cook over low heat for 1 hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
11
Sprinkle masa harina over soup and stir.
12
Simmer covered for 4 hours.
13
Garnish each serving with sour cream and shredded cheese.

No nutrition data on file — estimate from the ingredient list.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound bacon smoked, 4 pounds beef, round steak cut up, 56 ounces tomatoes, canned, 15 ounces tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Chili Primero 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.

Chili Primero

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions