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Braised Beef Chilli

Name: Braised Beef Chilli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1kg Beef; 3 Onions; 4 cloves Garlic; Dash Olive oil; 300g Chorizo; 2 tsp Cumin; 2 tsp Allspice; 1 tsp Cloves; 1 large Cinnamon stick; 3 Bay Leaves; 2 tsp dried Oregano; 2 ancho Ancho Chillies; 3 tbsp Balsamic Vinegar; 2 x 400g Plum Tomatoes; 2 tbsp Tomato Ketchup; 2 tbsp Dark Brown Sugar; 2 x 400g tins Borlotti Beans

Braised Beef Chilli is a classic Mexican dish that holds a distinguished place in traditional cooking. Celebrated for its wholesome ingredients and time-honored preparation, this dish brings authentic regional character to the home kitchen.

Carefully prepared featuring Beef, Onions, Garlic, Chorizo, Cumin, Allspice, Cloves, Cinnamon stick, Bay Leaves, Oregano, Ancho Chillies, Balsamic Vinegar, Plum Tomatoes, Tomato Ketchup, Dark Brown Sugar and Borlotti Beans, the ingredients are simmered and seasoned to achieve a satisfying depth of flavor. True to traditional Mexican cooking, the dish focuses on vibrant with toasted dried chilies, fresh citrus brightness, and earthy herbs.

In authentic Mexican tradition, Braised Beef Chilli is best presented with warm corn tortillas, fresh salsa, and lime wedges.

If you enjoy authentic Mexican cooking, be sure to also explore our recipe for Cajun Spiced Fish Tacos.

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Ingredients

Beef1kg
Onions3
Garlic4 cloves
Olive oilDash
Chorizo300g
Cumin2 tsp
Allspice2 tsp
Cloves1 tsp
Cinnamon stick1 large
Bay Leaves3
Oregano2 tsp dried
Ancho Chillies2 ancho
Balsamic Vinegar3 tbsp
Plum Tomatoes2 x 400g
Tomato Ketchup2 tbsp
Dark Brown Sugar2 tbsp
Borlotti Beans2 x 400g tins

Step-by-Step Instructions

10 steps

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Step 1🔥 Preheat

Preheat the oven to 120C/225F/gas mark 1.

Step 2

Take the meat out of the fridge to de-chill.

Step 3

Pulse the onions and garlic in a food processor until finely chopped.

Step 4

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large casserole and sear the meat on all sides until golden.

Step 5

Set to one side and add another small slug of oil to brown the chorizo.

Step 6

Remove and add the onion and garlic, spices, herbs and chillies then cook until soft in the chorizo oil.

Step 7

Season with salt and pepper and add the vinegar, tomatoes, ketchup and sugar.

Step 8🍲 Simmer

Put all the meat back into the pot with 400ml water (or red wine if you prefer), bring up to a simmer and cook, covered, in the low oven.

Step 9⏱️ 2 hours

After 2 hours, check the meat and add the beans.

Step 10

Cook for a further hour and just before serving, pull the meat apart with a pair of forks.

👨‍🍳 Chef's Culinary Notes

Cultural Heritage

Braised Beef Chilli reflects the timeless heritage of traditional Mexican home cooking, vibrant with toasted dried chilies, fresh citrus brightness, and earthy herbs. Prepared for generations for family gatherings and celebrations, it represents the heart of regional culinary identity.

Dietary Substitutions

For a richer sauce, replace a portion of the water with homemade bone broth, vegetable stock, or a splash of dry wine or red wine vinegar to cut through richness.

Chef Technique Tips

Take the time to thoroughly sear and brown beef in batches before adding the braising liquid. The caramelized fond deposited on the bottom of the pot dissolves into the stew, providing depth and body that cannot be rushed.

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