Leftover Roast, Red Chili Chimi's Recipe

Name: Leftover Roast, Red Chili Chimi's
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs roast beef (large chunks); 1 large onion (chopped); 2 medium jalapenos (finely chopped, with seeds); 1 (16 ounce) can beef broth; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 5 garlic cloves (minced); 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 4 small dried hot red chili peppers, whole (any market); 1 teaspoon black pepper; 2 teaspoons salt; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1 (2 lb) package burrito-size flour tortillas

Servings: persons

2 lbs roast beef (large chunks)
1 large onion (chopped)
2 medium jalapenos (finely chopped, with seeds)
1 (16 ounce) can beef broth
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
5 garlic cloves (minced)
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
4 small dried hot red chili peppers, whole (any market)
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 (2 lb) package burrito-size flour tortillas

1
Add all ingredients except cornstarch and tortillas to crock pot, cook on high until contents start to simmer then switch to low, stirring occasionally.
2
After approximately 6-8 hours meat should become slightly shredded when stirring.
3
IMPORTANT--Remove the red chili's at this point!
4
Too hot for most to bite into!
5
Mix cornstarch with 3 tbsp water, stir into burrito mixture a little at a time, (just enough to thicken).
6
Check for salt, adding more if needed.
7
Remove all the meat to a separate dish with slotted spoon, reserving most of the sauce.
8
Leave sauce in crock pot to stay warm.
9
Warm up burrito size flour tortillas in microwave, (20 seconds each).
10
Assemble burrito using approximately 2-3 serving spoons of the meat mixture.
11
Pan fry if desired till lightly browned on both sides in about 1/4 inch of oil.
12
Serve hot, with sauce and your choice of toppings ie: cheese, sour cream, or guacamole.
13
Or serve as a plain burrito
14
Great either way.

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs roast beef (large chunks), 1 large onion (chopped), 2 medium jalapenos (finely chopped, with seeds), 1 (16 ounce) can beef broth, and more.

Yes, Leftover Roast, Red Chili Chimi's 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!

Leftover Roast, Red Chili Chimi's

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Variations & substitutions

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