Sooz's Rich and Smoky Chili Con Carne Recipe

Name: Sooz's Rich and Smoky Chili Con Carne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup oil; 1 lb beef brisket, cubed (or beef sirloin); 1 lb lean ground beef; 1 ½ teaspoons salt; ¾ teaspoon pepper; 1 onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 cups beef broth; 1 (12 ounce) bottle beer (a good dark beer... I use Negra Modelo); 1 cup strong brewed coffee; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 3 tablespoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon coriander; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more depending on taste); 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (you can use regular but you won't get that smoky flavor); 1 (4 ounce) canof chopped green chilies; 1 anaheim chili, seeded and chopped (more if you like spicier chili or you can use jalapenos too. I use the roasted anaheims I buy at the); 1 (29 ounce) can pinto beans (Optional but I use them)

Servings: persons

¼ cup oil
1 lb beef brisket, cubed (or beef sirloin)
1 lb lean ground beef
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¾ teaspoon pepper
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 cups beef broth
1 (12 ounce) bottle beer (a good dark beer... I use Negra Modelo)
1 cup strong brewed coffee
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon coriander
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more depending on taste)
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (you can use regular but you won't get that smoky flavor)
1 (4 ounce) canof chopped green chilies
1 anaheim chili, seeded and chopped (more if you like spicier chili or you can use jalapenos too. I use the roasted anaheims I buy at the)
1 (29 ounce) can pinto beans (Optional but I use them)

1
Heat oil in Dutch oven.
2
Sprinkle beef with, salt and pepper and brown in oil.
3
Add onions and garlic and cook until onions are tender.
4
Add beef broth, beer, coffee, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste and blend well.
5
Stir in chili powder, cumin, coriander, brown sugar, cocoa powder, cayenne pepper, and paprika.
6
Mix in the chopped green chilies and anaheim pepper.
7
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for at least 2 hours stirring occasionally to make sure it does not stick to the bottom of the pan.
8
Add beans if desired and simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
9
Serve hot with onions, shredded cheese, and sour cream on top and with flour tortillas for scooping and dipping.

879

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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

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup oil, 1 lb beef brisket, cubed (or beef sirloin), 1 lb lean ground beef, 1 ½ teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Sooz's Rich and Smoky Chili Con Carne 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!

Sooz's Rich and Smoky Chili Con Carne

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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