Description
Texas Chili Con Carne is a hearty and flavorful dish that embodies the essence of Tex-Mex cuisine. With tender chunks of beef simmered in a robust homemade chile purée, this chili is perfect for gatherings, game days, or cozy family dinners. The rich combination of New Mexico and Ancho chilies offers an unmatched smoky flavor, while the customizable spice levels allow everyone to enjoy it just the way they like. Whether served with crispy tortilla chips, fluffy cornbread, or topped with shredded cheese and fresh cilantro, this Texas Chili Con Carne is sure to impress your guests and become a favorite at your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 New Mexico chilies (stems and seeds removed)
- 3 Ancho chilies (stems and seeds removed)
- 4 lbs boneless beef chuck (cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 2 cups tomato purée
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 extra-large yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Spices: cumin, paprika, coriander, allspice, Mexican oregano, cocoa powder
Instructions
- Toast the chilies in a large pot for about 2 minutes on each side until aromatic. Add chicken broth and let steep for 5–10 minutes. Blend until smooth.
- Sear seasoned beef chunks in the same pot until browned on all sides, then set aside.
- Sauté onions, bell peppers, and garlic in the pot before adding spices and tomato purée.
- Stir in blended chilies and seared beef; simmer on low heat for 2–3 hours until beef is tender.
- Adjust seasoning before serving hot with preferred toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg