Jul 14 2026
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Chile Colorado Recipe

Inspired by La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen
Time3h
Serves4

Tender beef simmered in a red chile sauce.

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Ingredients

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Beef

Chile Sauce

Garnishes

Method

Beef Preparation

  1. 1

    Season the Beef

    Cut the chuck roast into 2-inch pieces and season with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Brown the Beef

    Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned beef pieces in batches, browning on all sides. Remove the browned beef and set it aside.

Chile Sauce Preparation

  1. 3

    Toast the Chiles

    Remove the stems and seeds from the dried New Mexico chiles. Place them in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes to toast lightly, stirring frequently until fragrant.

  2. 4

    Make the Chile Sauce

    In a blender, combine the toasted chiles, garlic cloves, chopped onion, cumin, oregano, and beef broth. Blend until smooth.

Cooking the Chile Colorado

  1. 5

    Combine Beef and Sauce

    Return the browned beef to the pot and pour the blended chile sauce over the beef. Stir to combine.

  2. 6

    Simmer the Beef

    Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for about 2 to 2.5 hours, or until the beef is tender.

Serving

  1. 7

    Garnish and Serve

    Once the beef is tender, serve the Chile Colorado hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.

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