Two-Chile Beef Chili Recipe

Name: Two-Chile Beef Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound boneless beef chuck, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 small onion, finely diced; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 tablespoon pure ancho chile powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 cups beef stock or low-sodium broth; 1 tablespoon minced canned chipotle in adobo; 1 1/2 teaspoons fine cornmeal or masa harina; One 14-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed; 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro; Steamed rice, tortilla chips, shredded Monterey Jack cheese and sour cream, for serving

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound boneless beef chuck, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 small onion, finely diced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon pure ancho chile powder
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 cups beef stock or low-sodium broth
1 tablespoon minced canned chipotle in adobo
1 1/2 teaspoons fine cornmeal or masa harina
One 14-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
Steamed rice, tortilla chips, shredded Monterey Jack cheese and sour cream, for serving

1
In a medium enameled cast-iron casserole, heat the olive oil until shimmering.
2
Season the beef with salt and pepper, add it to the pot and cook over high heat, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 7 minutes.
3
Add the onion, garlic, ancho chile powder and cumin and cook, stirring, until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
4
Add the beef stock and chipotle and bring to a simmer.
5
Partially cover and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the meat is very tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
6
Stir the cornmeal into the chili and simmer until just thickened, about 5 minutes.
7
Stir in the beans and cook just until heated through, then stir in the cilantro.
8
Serve the chili in bowls over steamed rice.
9
Pass the tortilla chips, cheese and sour cream at the table.

410

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 pound boneless beef chuck, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, Salt and freshly ground pepper, 1 small onion, finely diced, and more.

Yes, Two-Chile 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.

Two-Chile Beef Chili

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