Description

Experience the bold and hearty flavors of a classic Texas Chili Recipe that’s perfect for any occasion. This comforting dish features tender beef combined with a rich blend of spices and peppers, delivering a satisfying warmth that will impress your family and friends. Whether you’re hosting game day or enjoying a cozy night at home, this chili is designed to be a crowd-pleaser. Plus, it’s easily customizable, allowing you to adjust the spice level to suit your taste. Dive into this flavorful bowl of goodness and let it warm your heart!

Ingredients

Scale

3 ancho peppers
3 pasilla peppers
3 New Mexican dried peppers
2.5 pounds beef chuck (cut into bite-sized cubes)
2 teaspoons cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium white onion (chopped)
3 jalapeno peppers (chopped)
2 serrano peppers (chopped; optional for extra heat)
4 cloves garlic (chopped)
2 cups beef stock
2.5 cups water
2 tablespoons masa harina (for thickening, if desired)
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Instructions

Toast the dried peppers in a dry pan for 1–2 minutes until aromatic.
Remove stems and seeds from the toasted peppers, then soak them in hot water for about 20 minutes until soft.
Blend soaked peppers with some soaking water and salt until smooth, then set aside.
Toss cubed beef with cumin, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat; sear seasoned beef for about 6–7 minutes, then set aside.
In the same pot, cook chopped onions and jalapenos for about 5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Return seared beef to the pot along with reserved chili paste; cook together for about 3 minutes.
Stir in beef stock and bring to a boil; reduce heat to simmer for approximately 2 hours until beef is tender.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 120 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Simmering
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 330
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 5g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Adjust the types of chilies used based on your preferred spice level. For added richness, consider using dark beef broth instead of standard stock. This chili tastes even better the next day as flavors continue to meld.