Best 6 Chili Colorado The Real Thing Lol No Wimps Need Apply Recipes

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**Chili Colorado: A Journey Through Bold Flavors and Culinary Heritage**

In the culinary tapestry of Mexican cuisine, Chili Colorado stands out as a vibrant and flavorful dish that embodies the country's rich history and culinary traditions. This beloved stew, originating from the northern state of Chihuahua, has captured the hearts of food enthusiasts worldwide with its distinct blend of spices, tender meat, and a captivating red sauce. As you embark on this culinary adventure, discover the authentic recipe for Chili Colorado, along with two additional tantalizing variations that explore the diverse flavors of this iconic dish. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Mexican gastronomy as you navigate through this comprehensive guide, uncovering the secrets behind this delectable delicacy. From selecting the perfect ingredients to mastering the art of slow cooking, this exploration of Chili Colorado promises an unforgettable journey into culinary excellence.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHILI COLORADO



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Chili Colorado means chunks of BEEF in red sauce, NOT pork! Chunks of pork is carne adovado, shredded pork is carnitas. I've seen a couple other recipes here calling themselves colorado but containing pork and this is just plain wrong people. Furthermore, chili colorado is not a "mexican" version of american style chili... meaning it's not a thick, hearty type of chili with chunks of vegetables that can be seen or tasted. If you've ever had chili colorado in a real mexican restaurant, you know that it is simply chunks of beef in a red sauce and that's it. All the spices are ground. A note about chili powder: when you buy the spice labeled "chili powder" in the market be aware that it's not just chili powder, it's a mixture of chili powder, cumin, sugar, salt, etc. If you can, try to find pure chili powder made from new mexico or california chilis (I wouldn't use de Arbol chilis--too hot and wrong flavor). The label will point out what kind you're getting. Oh and one further note about reviews: I very much appreciate all the positive comments, but if you give me a bad review stating that you changed/added like four or five ingredients, then you've basically just made a whole new recipe based on mine, right? So do me a favor and post that new recipe yourself!

Provided by E. Nigma

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 -3 lbs beef shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup flour
4 tablespoons oil
5 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
6 ounces tomato paste
2 cups water
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Spread the flour out on a plate and coat the beef cubes one by one in it, dusting off the excess. Don't skip this step because the flour also helps to thicken the sauce at the end.
  • Brown the beef in a heavy-bottomed pot in the oil over medium-high heat. You want a lot of color on them because color equals flavor.
  • Pour in all the spices, the tomato paste, and the water. Bring this to a simmer, season with salt and pepper, and cook low and slow for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours until the beef is tender and falling apart. A good test is to take a piece and try to mash it on your cutting board with a fork. If it falls apart, you are golden.
  • Serve it just by itself with mexican rice and refried beans or use it as a burrito filling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 155.2, Fat 9.8, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 267.3, Carbohydrate 15.8, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.7, Protein 3

CHILE COLORADO



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A popular Mexican stew, Chile Colorado includes tender pieces of beef simmered in a red chile sauce made from dried Mexican chiles, broth and spices.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 20

4 dried ancho chiles (, or pasilla or mulato)
5 dried guajillo chiles (, or New Mexican chiles)
4 cups chicken broth (, divided)
1 small onion (, chopped)
½ of a jalapeno (, minced (optional, for more heat))
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked Paprika
2 ½ lbs stew meat (, or cubed beef shoulder/butt roast*)
Salt and pepper
3 Tablespoons flour
2 Tablespoons oil
1 bay leaf
Juice from 1 small lime
Cornstarch slurry (1 Tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 Tablespoon water)
Tortillas (, corn or flour)
chopped fresh Cilantro (, for garnish)
Sliced radishes
Mexican rice

Steps:

  • Remove meat from fridge and cut into ½ inch cubes. Set aside.
  • Remove the stems (and seeds if you want, for milder heat) from the dried chiles while rinsing them under cold water. Place chiles in a saucepan and cover with broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, prepare the meat. Season on all sides with salt and pepper and sprinkle with flour. Add oil to a skillet over medium high heat. Once hot, add meat and cook until browned on both sides. Depending on the size of your pan you will need to do this in a few batches to keep from overcrowding.
  • Remove meat to a plate and set aside. Add onion and jalapeno to the pan and saute for several minutes.
  • As the onions cook, pour the softened peppers and the broth into a blender. Add the sautéed onion and jalapeno and blend until smooth. Set aside.
  • Return browned beef (and accumulated juices) back to the pot. Strain the chili sauce from the blender through a fine mesh strainer, into the pot. Add oregano, cumin, paprika, garlic powder and stir well. Add bay leaf.
  • Bring to a slow boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for about an hour, or until the meat is very tender.
  • Uncover and stir in lime juice and cornstarch slurry. Cook for a few more minutes, until the sauce has slightly thickened.
  • Serve as a stew with tortillas for dipping and a side of Mexican rice and beans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 kcal, Carbohydrate 18 g, Protein 35 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 88 mg, Sodium 529 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CHILI COLORADO (THE REAL THING, LOL NO WIMPS NEED APPLY!)



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A totally delicious Chili Colorado that is so easy to make and with wonderful acclaim. It includes some exellent short cuts! This is spicy, rich and lip searing, but you go back for more If you can't find pico de gallo pre-made: 2 tomatoes chopped. 1 large white onion chopped. 1 chili serrano chopped. 1 jalapeno chopped. 1/2 bunch of cilantro chopped. juice of 2 limes.

Provided by davinandkennard

Categories     Mexican

Time 2h45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 lbs cubed beef, dusted with
flour
6 tablespoons olive oil (lard is more traditional)
6 garlic cloves, minced (or the ready chopped in a jar)
1 1/2 teaspoons Mexican oregano
2 (1 lb) containers pico de gallo
56 ounces red chili sauce (Las Palmas Medium)
28 ounces enchilada sauce (Las Palmas)
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Brown the floured beef cubes in the oil. Adding more oil as necessary. Place in an large oven safe casserole.
  • Mix in the garlic, oregano, and pico de gallo.
  • Cover with the red chili and enchiladas sauces.
  • Taste for seasoning.
  • Bring to a boil on the stove.
  • Place in a pre-heated 425 degree oven cook until the sauce is reduced by half or until tender.
  • Serve with rice.

CHILI COLORADO



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Authentic tasting chili colorado. Growing up in the southern San Joaquin valley of California, I have eaten some great Mexican food and when I moved to upstate New York, I missed the great restaurants in the valley. To cook up a little taste of home, I adapted this recipe I found in a Mexican food cook book about 15 years ago. I hope you like it! Note: I serve with cheese, sour cream, tortillas, and rice.

Provided by Dea-Termined

Categories     Roast Beef

Time 2h45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 lbs cut up chuck roast
oil, for browning sauce
1 3/4 cups water or 1 3/4 cups beef broth
1/4-1/3 cup of good quality chili powder (your chili colorado will only be as good as the quality of the chili powder you use)
2 garlic cloves (or minced jarred equivalent)
1 teaspoon salt
1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon flour
1 teaspoon crushed dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cumin

Steps:

  • Brown meat in oil, add water or broth, cover and simmer for 1 hour.
  • Add chili powder to meat and broth.
  • Mash garlic with salt to make paste.
  • Heat 1 tblspn oil on medium heat in skillet and add garlic paste and onion.
  • Cook onion until tender but do not brown.
  • Add flour and cook until well mixed.
  • Add onion mix, oregano, and cumin to meat mixture.
  • Cover and simmer about 1 1/2 hours until tender. Taste and add more salt as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 417, Fat 30.6, SaturatedFat 12.1, Cholesterol 104.3, Sodium 531.8, Carbohydrate 6.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 1.2, Protein 28.9

CHILI COLORADO



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This very authentic version of Chili Colorado was submitted by CoffeeHeaven on Allrecipes.com. My family and I are huge Mexican Food fans and I'm always on the lookout for the most authentic recipes I can find. This chili has no tomatoes or beans. If you decide to add beans, do it after the chili is finished.

Provided by Happy Hippie

Categories     Roast Beef

Time P7DT22h20m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

9 dried New Mexico chiles (washed, with stems and seeds removed)
3 cups water
5 lbs chuck roast, boneless beef, trimmed of fat
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, yellow, chopped
2 cups beef stock or 2 cups water

Steps:

  • Place chiles and 3 cups water into a medium stockpot, and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and steep for 30 minutes to soften. Strain into a bowl, reserving the cooking liquid.
  • Place the chiles and some of the liquid into a blender and puree until smooth. Add more liquid as necessary to form a smooth sauce.
  • Pass sauce through a fine mesh strainer to remove any seeds and the tough skins; set aside.
  • Cut the roast into 1 to 2 inch chunks.
  • In a medium bowl, combine flour, salt, and pepper. Dredge the beef chunks in the seasoned flour; set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Saute onion until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Add beef chunks a few at a time, so as not to overcrowd the pot, and cook until evenly brown. Remove cooked meat, and continue browning remaining meat.
  • Return reserved cooked meat to the pot.
  • Stir in pureed chile mixture.
  • Add beef stock to just cover beef chunks or to personal preference. Bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to lowest setting and simmer for 3 hours or until meat is tender.
  • If necessary, adjust with more stock during cooking.
  • NOTE: Serve with chopped onion, sliced green onion, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream, corn and/or flour tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 541.4, Fat 40.5, SaturatedFat 15.5, Cholesterol 130.4, Sodium 825.6, Carbohydrate 5.9, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.7, Protein 36

CHILI COLORADO



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Do not add beans, do not add beans, do not add beans. Serve with hot corn bread or cheesy beer muffins and queso fresco on the side.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Meat

Time 8h45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

8 dried new mexico peppers
6 dried arbol chiles
6 dried ancho chiles
4 dried chipotle chiles
3 cups boiling water
4 lbs sirloin, in 1 or 2 large pieces
8 slices bacon
1 teaspoon Mexican oregano or 1 1/2 tablespoons oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon salt
1 large onion
5 -6 cloves garlic
2 cups clear beef broth
1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Take all the chiles and seed.
  • Snip with sissors and place in a medium glass bowl.
  • Cover with boiling water and then cover bowl with a plate.
  • Let stand for 30 minutes.
  • Mean while brown bacon in a large skillet.
  • Remove and add sirloin steak to the skillet and brown in bacon fat on both sides.
  • Add the meats to the crock pot.
  • Place the chiles and water in a food processor and whirl to very smooth.
  • Strain if you want, I don't worry about it when using the processor.
  • by hand is another story.
  • You will need to press puree through a mesh strainer.
  • Add the puree to the crock pot along with all the remaining ingredients except cilantro.
  • You also want to add around 1/4 cup of the bacon fat.
  • Turn your crock pot up to high, cover and cook for 1 1/2 hours.
  • Turn down to low and cook for 5 1/2 hours.
  • Add Cilantro and cook on low for another 30 minutes.
  • The meat will fall apart as you ladle into bowls.
  • Serve with hot corn bread or cheesy beer muffins.

Tips:

  • Always soak your dried chiles before using them. This will help to soften them and make them easier to grind.
  • Use a food processor or blender to grind the chiles. This will help to create a smooth, consistent paste.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different types of chiles. There are many different varieties available, each with its own unique flavor profile.
  • Use a heavy pot or Dutch oven to cook your chili. This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the chili from burning.
  • Cook the chili for at least 30 minutes, or until the meat is tender and the flavors have had a chance to meld.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as cheese, sour cream, and guacamole.

Conclusion:

Chili Colorado is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to use up leftover meat, and it can also be made with fresh meat. Chili Colorado can be served as a main course or as a side dish. It is also a great dish to make ahead of time and freeze for later use. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give Chili Colorado a try!

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