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Award Winning Short Rib and Chorizo Chili

A hearty and flavorful chili made with tender short ribs and spicy chorizo, perfect for gatherings and cozy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chili Base
  • 2 pounds Short ribs Well-marbled for tenderness
  • 1 pound Chorizo sausage Adds spicy kick
  • 1 medium Onion Finely chopped
  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 2 medium Bell peppers Diced
For the Spices
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Earthy spice
  • 2 tablespoons Chili powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Dried or fresh
For the Liquid
  • 4 cups Beef broth Low-sodium if preferred
  • 1 cup Tomato sauce For thickness and richness

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Sear the Meat: Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the short ribs and chorizo, searing until golden-brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Saut? Aromatics: Remove meat and add onions, garlic, and bell peppers to the pot. Saut? until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add Spices: Stir in cumin, paprika, and chili powder; cook for another minute.
  4. Deglaze the Pot: Pour in beef broth or red wine, scraping up browned bits from the pot.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Return seared meat to the pot with diced tomatoes and kidney beans. Stir well.
  6. Simmer Slowly: Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 2 hours.
  7. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and add salt, pepper, or extra spices as needed.
  8. Serve & Enjoy: Ladle chili into bowls and top with garnishes like shredded cheese or cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

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