Description
Texas Chili Con Carne is the ultimate comfort dish that brings warmth and flavor to any table. This hearty chili features tender chunks of beef simmered in a rich, smoky sauce made from a blend of New Mexico and Ancho chilies, enhanced with spices and fresh vegetables. Perfect for cozy nights in or lively gatherings, this chili pairs beautifully with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or crispy tortilla chips. With its bold flavors and satisfying texture, it’s no wonder this dish has become a Tex-Mex staple. Enjoy an authentic taste of Texas with every spoonful!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 New Mexico chilies
- 3 Ancho chilies
- 4 lbs boneless beef chuck
- 1 extra-large yellow onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 2 cups tomato purée
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper
- 2–6 jalapeños (optional)
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 ½ teaspoons ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon allspice
- 2 teaspoons Mexican oregano
- 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Toast and blend the chilies: Heat a large pot over medium heat, toast the chilies for 2 minutes on each side, then steep in chicken broth for 5-10 minutes. Blend until smooth.
- Sear the beef: In the same pot, heat olive oil and sear seasoned beef cubes in batches until browned; set aside.
- Sauté vegetables: Cook onion, bell pepper, and optional jalapeños until soft. Add garlic and spices; cook until fragrant.
- Simmer the chili: Stir in tomato purée and blended chile mixture; return beef to pot. Simmer on low for 2-3 hours until tender.
- Season to taste before serving with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg