Authentic Chile Colorado Stew

Indulge in the rich flavors of Authentic Chile Colorado Stew, a classic Mexican dish featuring tender beef simmered in a deep red sauce made from dried chiles. This hearty stew is a comforting and delectable culinary experience.

Ingredients

9	washed, with stems and seeds removed
3	cups water
5	trimmed of fat
1⁄2	cup all-purpose flour
1	tablespoon kosher salt
1	tablespoon black pepper
3	tablespoons olive oil
1	chopped
2	cups beef stock, or as needed

Instructions

• 1. Begin by meticulously gathering all the necessary ingredients.
  2. In a medium stockpot, bring 3 cups of water and New Mexico dry chiles to a boil. Remove from heat and let it steep for 30 minutes to soften the chiles.
  3. Strain the mixture into a bowl, reserving the infused cooking liquid.
  4. Place the softened chiles into a blender along with some of the reserved liquid. Blend until a smooth sauce forms, adding more liquid if needed for the right consistency.
  5. Pass the sauce through a fine mesh strainer to eliminate any seeds or skin pieces; set it aside for later use.
  6. Cut the boneless beef chuck roast into 1- to 2-inch chunks. In a medium bowl, combine all-purpose flour, kosher salt, and black pepper. Dredge the beef chunks in the seasoned flour, then set them aside.
  7. In a large pot over medium heat, heat olive oil. Sauté the chopped yellow onion until tender and translucent, taking about 5 minutes.
  8. Add the dredged beef chunks in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot. Brown the meat evenly, then remove the seared pieces and repeat with the remaining meat. Return all seared meat to the pot.
  9. Stir in the previously prepared chile sauce. Pour in enough beef stock to cover the beef chunks or to your desired consistency. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer on the lowest setting. Allow it to simmer for 3 hours or until the meat is tender. Add more stock if needed during the cooking process.

Jul 18, 2024