Jul 13 2026
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Chile Colorado Recipe

Inspired by Juan's Flaming Fajitas & Cantina
Time2h
Serves6

Diced beef stewed in red chile sauce.

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Ingredients

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Meat

Chiles

Vegetables

Liquids

Spices

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chiles

    Remove the stems and seeds from the dried New Mexico and ancho chiles. Place them in a dry skillet over medium heat and toast for about 2-3 minutes, turning frequently until fragrant. Transfer the toasted chiles to a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for about 20 minutes until they are soft.

  2. 2

    Make the Chile Sauce

    Once the chiles are soft, drain them and place them in a blender. Add 1 cup of beef broth, garlic, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth. Set aside.

Cooking

  1. 3

    Brown the Beef

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced beef and season with salt and pepper. Brown the beef on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.

  2. 4

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same pot, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

  3. 5

    Combine Ingredients

    Return the browned beef to the pot. Pour in the blended chile sauce and the remaining beef broth. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

  4. 6

    Simmer

    Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together.

Serving

  1. 7

    Serve

    Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve the Chile Colorado hot over rice, tortillas, or with your favorite sides.

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