Description
This Steak Chili Con Carne recipe is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for chilly nights. Tender beef cubes simmered in a rich tomato and bean sauce with a blend of aromatic spices, this chili is a comforting meal that the whole family will love.
Ingredients
Steak Chili Con Carne:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 1/2 pounds beef chuck or sirloin (cut into 1/2-inch cubes)
- 1 yellow onion (diced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 1/2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add steak cubes in batches and sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the diced onion for 3–4 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic, bell peppers, and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
- Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and cayenne if using. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
- Return the steak to the pot, then add diced tomatoes, beans, and beef broth. Stir well and bring to a simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the chili thickens. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Notes
- For extra heat, add chipotle peppers in adobo or a splash of hot sauce.
- This chili is even better the next day and freezes well for make-ahead meals.
