Picadillo Beef Chili Recipe

Name: Picadillo Beef Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs boneless beef sirloin (cut into about 1-inch pieces or a bit smaller); seasoning salt; black pepper; 4 -6 tablespoons oil (more if needed); 2 large onions, chopped (can use 3 medium); 3 tablespoons fresh minced garlic; 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped; ⅓ cup chili powder (or to taste); 1 tablespoon cumin; 2 teaspoons dryed chili flakes (add in more to taste); ½ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 ½ cups water; 1 (12 ounce) bottle beer; 2 cups beef broth; 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes (pureed with juice); 1 cup raisins (or to taste); ¾ cup pimento stuffed olive, sliced (or to taste); 1 (19 ounce) can kidney beans (about 2 cups, rinsed and drained); ⅓ cup fresh coriander, chopped; salt and pepper; Tabasco sauce (optional)

Servings: persons

4 lbs boneless beef sirloin (cut into about 1-inch pieces or a bit smaller)
seasoning salt
black pepper
4 -6 tablespoons oil (more if needed)
2 large onions, chopped (can use 3 medium)
3 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
⅓ cup chili powder (or to taste)
1 tablespoon cumin
2 teaspoons dryed chili flakes (add in more to taste)
½ teaspoon cinnamon
1 ½ cups water
1 (12 ounce) bottle beer
2 cups beef broth
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes (pureed with juice)
1 cup raisins (or to taste)
¾ cup pimento stuffed olive, sliced (or to taste)
1 (19 ounce) can kidney beans (about 2 cups, rinsed and drained)
⅓ cup fresh coriander, chopped
salt and pepper
Tabasco sauce (optional)

1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium-high heat.
2
Season beef cubes liberally with seasoned salt and pepper.
3
Brown beef cubes in hot oil on all sides until well browned; transfer to a plate or bowl.
4
Add in the onions, garlic, jalapeno pepper, chili powder, cumin, dried chili flakes and cinnamon; saute for about 5-6 minutes, or until onion is slightly softened.
5
Add the beef cubes back to the pot along with any drippings from the plate.
6
Add in the water, beer, broth and tomato puree; simmer covered over medium-low heat for about 1-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
7
Add in the raisins and olives, simmer uncovered for another 30-40 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
8
Add in the drained beans and chopped coriander; simmer for about 5-7 minutes, or until the beans are heated through.
9
Season once again with salt and pepper and add in Tabasco (if using).
10
DELICIOUS!

2122

kcal

Calories

178

Fat

Carbs

124

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 4 lbs boneless beef sirloin (cut into about 1-inch pieces or a bit smaller), seasoning salt, black pepper, 4 -6 tablespoons oil (more if needed), and more.

Yes, Picadillo Beef Chili 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.

Picadillo Beef Chili

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