Texas Chili con Carne Recipe

Name: Texas Chili con Carne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 dried red chilies; 2 pounds stewing beef, cut into half-inch cubes; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon cumin; 2 cloves garlic, peeled; 2 teaspoons oregano; 2 tablespoons paprika; 1 teaspoon sugar; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Servings: persons

6 dried red chilies
2 pounds stewing beef, cut into half-inch cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon cumin
2 cloves garlic, peeled
2 teaspoons oregano
2 tablespoons paprika
1 teaspoon sugar
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

1
Tear the chilies in strips and pour one cup boiling water over them.
2
Let them soak for 30 minutes.
3
Drain, reserving the liquid, and set aside.
4
Heat the oil in a heavy skillet and brown the beef cubes.
5
Add the chili soaking liquid and bring to a boil.
6
Add the bay leaves, turn down the heat and let simmer for an hour.
7
Meanwhile, puree the remaining ingredients, including the chilies, with a little water if needed, in an electric blender.
8
Add the puree to the meat and let simmer for 30 minutes more.
9
Remove bay leaves before serving.

649

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* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 dried red chilies, 2 pounds stewing beef, cut into half-inch cubes, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 2 bay leaves, and more.

Yes, Texas 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.

Texas Chili con Carne

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