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Korean Chile Con Carne

Korean Chile Con Carne
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Experience the bold and comforting flavors of Korean Chile Con Carne, a delightful fusion that combines traditional Texas chili with Korean ingredients. This hearty dish features tender beef simmered with aromatic vegetables and a unique blend of spices, including the umami-packed gochujang and smoky chipotle peppers. Perfectly spiced, this chili is not only satisfying but also versatile; it pairs beautifully with rice or crusty bread. Ideal for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this recipe will impress your family and friends with its rich flavors and warm aromas. Once you try it, you’ll want to keep this recipe in your regular rotation!

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil
  • 3 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1" cubes
  • Kosher salt
  • Fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 red onion, finely diced
  • 2 jalapeños, finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely diced
  • 2 chipotle peppers finely diced
  • 2 teaspoons adobo sauce from chipotle peppers
  • 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon smoked salt
  • 1 15 oz can fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 1 cup preferred dark beef broth
  • 5 tablespoons gochujang
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons gochugaru (Korean chile flakes)

Instructions

  1. Heat neutral oil in a Dutch oven over high heat. Season beef cubes with salt and pepper, then sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  2. Reduce heat to medium; sauté diced red onion and jalapeños until softened. Stir in minced garlic, chipotles, adobo sauce, cumin, coriander, smoked salt, and brown sugar.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together gochujang and beef broth. Add to the pot along with fire-roasted tomatoes and remaining broth. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom.
  4. Return the seared beef to the pot and bring to a simmer. Cover for a thinner chili or leave uncovered for a thicker consistency.
  5. For extra heat, stir in gochugaru during cooking. Simmer for 2-3 hours until tender.

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