Ingredients
- 3 dried ancho peppers, stemmed and seeded
- 2 tablespoons dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons sweet paprika
- 2 tablespoons whole coriander
- 1 tablespoon cumin seed
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 onions, chopped
- 3 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 6 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 canned chipotle chile, chopped
- 1/2 jalapeno pepper, chopped
- 2 (28-ounce) cans whole tomatoes, hand crushed
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons masa harina
- 1/2 tablet Mexican chocolate (about 1 1/2 ounces)
- Grated queso fresco, for garnish
- Cilantro leaves, for garnish
- Lime wedges, for garnish
Directions
In a small dry skillet over low heat add the ancho peppers, oregano, paprika, coriander, cumin, and chili powder. Cook until they begin to smell, about 2 minutes. Put the spices into a spice mill or food processor and grind until they are powdered. Set aside.
Heat a large heavy bottomed casserole over medium heat; add 3 tablespoons olive oil and the onions. Cook until the onions are soft and beginning to caramelize, about 10 minutes. Pat the beef dry and season it with salt and pepper. Add it to the pot and cook, stirring frequently, until it has browned on all sides, about 10 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons of the toasted spice mix, the garlic, chipotle, jalapeno, tomatoes, cinnamon stick, and sugar. Season with salt and stir well. Add some hot water until the meat is just covered with liquid. Return to the boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 1 1/2 hours. Remove the meat and shred it with a fork. Return it to the pot, stir in the masa harina and chocolate, and cook for another 10 minutes, uncovered, to thicken. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve with the queso fresco, cilantro, and lime for garnish.
















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By Frank&Jackie
Tucson
on January 02, 2013
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I have been making this recipe for years and have given it to lots of friends. I have tweaked it to fit my families taste buds. The adults like this chili over rice and the kids go crazy when I have Frito's on the table.
By cayenneman
Perry, GA
on December 27, 2012
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Nope, didn't cut it. Made it three times and it consistently tasted burnt. Not trying to slam Tyler but no, I'm giving up.
By michlewill
on December 01, 2012
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It is excellent. i even like the ClassicFoods Tx chili
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