Beef with Black Sauce

Today we're going to create an aromatic and flavorful Black Chili Beef Stew that's guaranteed to tantalize your taste buds. This dish is a traditional comfort food with a rich depth of flavor, perfect for gathering family and friends around the table. Now let's start cooking!

Ingredients:

- 2 lbs beef chuck (or your preferred cut), cut into pieces

- 15 dried black chilies

- 15 tomatillos

- A piece of onion

- 3 cloves of garlic

- Cooking oil (preferably olive oil)

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Chicken bouillon powder

- Water for boiling

- Optional: dried chilies de árbol for extra spiciness

--Optional: Worcestershire Sauce and Soy Sauce for umami flavor

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Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Equipment: stove, pot, blender, frying pan, knife, cutting board

Servings: 4-6

Instructions:

Cooking the Chilies:

1. Start by preparing the black chilies: remove the stems, seeds, and veins.

2. Rinse the cleaned chilies thoroughly under water.

3. In a pot, boil the chilies with tomatillos, a piece of onion, and garlic for about 15 minutes until they are soft.

Preparing the Beef:

1. Season the pieces of beef with salt and pepper to your taste.

2. In a frying pan, heat a necessary amount of oil (olive oil is recommended for a healthier option) over medium heat.

3. Sauté the beef pieces in the pan for around 2-3 minutes, turning to ensure that they are evenly browned.

4. Cover the pan and let the beef cook in its own juices for about 15 minutes.

Blending the Sauce:

1. Once the chilies and tomatillos cool down a bit, transfer them into a blender.

2. Add the 3 cloves of garlic and a pinch of salt, then blend until smooth.

3. Check the thickness of the sauce, adding broth water from the pot to reach the desired consistency. Around one cup should be sufficient.

Finishing the Stew:

1. After the beef has cooked in its own juices, uncover the pan and let the excess liquid evaporate, allowing the beef to brown nicely.

2. Pour the blended sauce over the browned beef in the pan.

3. Stir in a tablespoon of chicken bouillon powder to taste. Be mindful about adding more salt since the bouillon already contains salt.

4. Allow the stew to simmer until the sauce thickens and the flavors come together.

Serve the Black Chili Beef Stew with your favorite sides, like steamed rice or warm tortillas.

Cooking Tips:

For those who enjoy a bit of heat, consider adding dried chilies de árbol to the sauce before blending for a spicy kick.

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This recipe is inspired by the talented Tobal Orozco from his cooking channel. For more delicious recipes, visit his YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/@tobalorosco

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