Description
This hearty Steak Chili Con Carne is a flavorful and comforting dish perfect for a cozy meal. Tender cubes of beef simmered with beans, tomatoes, and aromatic spices create a delicious Tex-Mex inspired chili that is sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
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For the Chili:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds beef chuck or sirloin steak (cut into small cubes)
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 jalapeño (seeded and minced)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 (15-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup beef broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Green onions
- Cilantro
Instructions
- Prepare the Chili: Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot. Sear cubed steak until browned, then set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, and jalapeño until softened. Stir in tomato paste.
- Add Spices: Incorporate chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and cayenne, coating the aromatics.
- Cook the Chili: Return seared steak to the pot, add tomatoes, beans, and broth. Simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours until thickened.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot with optional toppings.
Notes
- For extra depth of flavor, consider adding a square of dark chocolate or a splash of coffee while simmering.
- This chili’s flavors meld beautifully when enjoyed the next day.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
