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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Ellie Osman
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chili, but this recipe was really good. The flavor was great and it wasn't too spicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chili.
game master
[email protected]This is the best chili recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Ahtsham Jani
[email protected]I made this chili for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the spice level was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
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[email protected]This chili is amazing! It's so flavorful and the perfect amount of spice. I've made it several times and it's always a hit. I highly recommend this recipe.
Samantha Tomlin
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chili, but this recipe was really good. The flavor was great and it wasn't too spicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chili.
Njabulo Mblangwe
[email protected]This is the best chili recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Barila Gujrat
[email protected]I made this chili for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the spice level was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
David Armstrong
[email protected]This chili is amazing! It's so flavorful and the perfect amount of spice. I've made it several times and it's always a hit. I highly recommend this recipe.
alana k white
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chili, but this recipe was really good. The flavor was great and it wasn't too spicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chili.
Andrea Chavez
[email protected]This is the best chili recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the flavor is incredible. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Dash Timms
[email protected]I made this chili for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the flavor and the spice level was perfect. I will definitely be making this again.
Tanvirislam Islam
[email protected]This chili is amazing! It's so flavorful and the perfect amount of spice. I've made it several times and it's always a hit. I highly recommend this recipe.
Siyabonga Nduduzo
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chili, but this recipe was really good. The flavor was great and it wasn't too spicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chili.
Agent Mark Smith
[email protected]This is the best chili recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and the flavor is out of this world. I've made it several times and it's always a hit.
Shahedul Islam
[email protected]I made this chili for a party and everyone loved it! It was the perfect amount of spice and the flavor was incredible. I will definitely be making this again.
yadhifo Ahmed
[email protected]This chili is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The flavor is perfect and it's not too spicy. I highly recommend this recipe.