Some of the most satisfying chili around is the most basic: a beef and tomato base with a little heat from chiles to create excitement. This recipe calls for a combination of fresh and dried chiles to infuse the dish with an incredible depth of flavor. Avocado and tortilla chips temper the spice.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Beef Recipes
Yield Makes about 8 cups
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Toast dried chiles in a dry skillet over medium-high heat until fragrant and blistered, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove stem and seeds; discard. Transfer chiles to a large measuring cup or bowl, and cover with hot water. Keep chiles submerged with a small bowl, and let soak for 30 minutes. Remove from water, and puree in a blender with 1/2 cup soaking liquid.
- Heat a large heavy pot over high heat. Add 2 tablespoons oil. Season beef with 2 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Brown beef in batches, adding more oil as needed, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- Add remaining tablespoon oil, the onions, garlic, and minced chiles to pot, and cook over medium-high heat until onions are translucent, about 5 minutes. (If the pan gets too dark, add a little water, and scrape up browned bits with a wooden spoon to deglaze.) Add cumin and oregano, and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
- Stir in browned beef and chile puree. Add tomato puree, water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer gently, partially covered, until meat is very tender and juices are thick, 2 1/2 to 3 hours. (Check pot once an hour for excessive evaporation; if chili seems dry, add a little water.) Season chili with salt, and stir in vinegar. Serve immediately (or refrigerate for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 3 months; reheat in a pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally).
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Gm Shifat
[email protected]I've tried many chili recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. The combination of spices is perfect and the meat is so tender. I will definitely be making this chili again and again.
Stave Games
[email protected]This chili is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day. The meat is so tender and the flavors are amazing.
S R Shahed
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of chili, but this recipe is amazing! The flavors are so complex and the meat is so tender. I will definitely be making this again.
Nursing Rajen
[email protected]This chili is delicious! I love the combination of spices and the meat is so tender. I will definitely be making this again.
A Djani
[email protected]I've made this chili several times and it's always a hit. The flavors are perfect and the meat is so tender. I highly recommend this recipe.
Rufus Everett
[email protected]This chili is amazing! The flavors are so complex and the meat is so tender. I will definitely be making this again.
Asif Shafayee
[email protected]I love this chili! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I highly recommend it.
Oladejo Oluwayemisi
[email protected]This chili is delicious! I made it for my family last night and they all loved it. The flavors are complex and the meat is so tender. I will definitely be making this again.
saiful rume
[email protected]I've tried many chili recipes over the years, but this one is by far my favorite. The combination of spices is perfect and the meat is so tender. I will definitely be making this chili again and again.
haruna kirumira
[email protected]This chili is so easy to make and it's so delicious. I love that I can just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day. The meat is so tender and the flavors are amazing.
Mehamed Kebede
[email protected]I made this chili for a party last weekend and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the fact that it's not too spicy. I will definitely be making this again.
Rebecca Brooks
[email protected]This chili is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The flavors are complex and delicious, and the meat is so tender. I highly recommend this recipe.