Chile con Carne
📜 Collection: UK15 | ✍️ Attribution: Unknown | 📂 Category: Soups A rich and hearty chili con carne featuring tender top sirloin, black beans, and aromatic spices simmered to perfection. This classic comfort dish is ideal for warming up on chilly evenings.
| Prep Time | Cook Time | Inactive / Chill Time | Yield / Servings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 mins | 2 hours | None | 4–6 Servings |
🔪 Key Equipment
- Large pot
- Dutch oven
- Chef’s knife
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
| Measurements | Ingredients | Prep / Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pound | Top Sirloin | cut into small, bite-sized cubes |
| 3 tablespoons | Olive Oil | light |
| 2 cloves | Garlic | minced |
| 1 | White Onion | chopped |
| 3 tablespoons | Chili Powder | divided |
| 1/2 teaspoon | Cumin | ground |
| 1 tablespoon | Flour | all-purpose |
| 1 cup | Tomato Paste | None |
| 1 1/4 cups | Beef Stock | None |
| 1 cup | Black Beans | rinsed and drained |
Instructions
Step 1: Prep and Sear
- Cut the 1 pound Top Sirloin into small, bite-sized cubes.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the 3 tablespoons Olive Oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the chopped 1 White Onion and cook until softened. Add the minced 2 cloves Garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Add the cubed Top Sirloin to the pot and brown on all sides until well-seared.
Step 2: Simmer and Blend
- Sprinkle the 1 tablespoon Flour, 3 tablespoons Chili Powder, and 1/2 teaspoon Cumin over the meat. Stir to coat everything and cook for one minute.
- Stir in the 1 cup Tomato Paste and 1 1/4 cups Beef Stock.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 1-2 hours, or until the beef is very tender and rich.
Step 3: Finish and Serve
- Stir in the 1 cup Black Beans and cook for another 15-20 minutes to heat through completely.
- Ladle into bowls and serve hot.
💡 Make-Ahead & Storage: Store sealed in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days; flavors often improve overnight.
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