Chef's Roasted Poblano Steak Chili

A delectable and hearty chili recipe featuring roasted poblano peppers, sirloin steak, and a blend of spices, simmered to perfection with dark Mexican beer and fire-roasted tomatoes. Topped with grated manchego cheese and sliced scallions for a gourmet touch.

Ingredients

4	poblano peppers
2	tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus some for drizzling (EVOO)
	salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 1⁄2	lbs sirloin steak, trimmed, thinly cut and chopped into bite-size pieces
1	large red onion, chopped
4	garlic cloves, chopped
2	tablespoons chili powder
1	tablespoon cumin
1	tablespoon ground coriander
1	teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
12	ounces dark Mexican beer, negro modelo
1	(28 ounce) can fire-roasted tomatoes
	lime, juice and zest of
1⁄2	lb manchego cheese
3	scallions, finely sliced

Instructions

• 1. Preheat the broiler to high.
  2. To roast the poblano peppers: drizzle them with extra virgin olive oil (EVOO), season with salt and pepper, then place them on a baking sheet. Transfer to the broiler, turning every 1-2 minutes until charred on each side.
  3. Remove the peppers from the oven, place them in a brown paper bag and seal for 10-15 minutes to retain steam. Alternatively, if you do not have a paper bag, place them in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap for the same duration.
  4. After steaming, peel off the skin, remove seeds and stem, and chop the peppers into bite-size pieces.
  5. While the peppers are steaming, heat a large dutch oven over medium-high heat, adding 2 tablespoons of EVOO. Brown the steak for about 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Add the chopped red onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, coriander, and sweet smoked paprika to the pot. Cook for 4-5 minutes.
  7. Pour in the dark Mexican beer, scraping the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits. Add the fire-roasted tomatoes, chopped poblano peppers, lime zest and juice. Simmer for 10-15 minutes.
  8. To serve, ladle the chili into bowls and top with grated manchego cheese and finely sliced scallions.

Jul 20, 2024