Authentic Chile Colorado Recipe

Chile Colorado is a classic Mexican dish made with tender pieces of beef simmered in a flavorful red chile sauce. This recipe is perfect for a hearty and comforting meal that will warm you up from the inside out. Serve it with rice, beans, and tortillas for a complete and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• 3 lbs beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 5 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed and seeded
• 3 dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
• 2 dried pasilla chiles, stemmed and seeded
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp oregano
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat
2. Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides, then remove from the pot and set aside
3. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic, and cook until soft
4. Add the dried chiles, cumin, and oregano, and toast for a few minutes until fragrant
5. Add the beef broth and bring to a simmer
6. Using an immersion blender, blend the chile mixture until smooth
7. Return the beef cubes to the pot and simmer for 1.5-2 hours, or until the meat is tender
8. Season with salt and pepper to taste
9. Serve the Chile Colorado with rice, beans, and tortillas

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