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Chefs Requested Beef for Stew Texas-style Chili with Beans

Ingredients Quantity
Chef's Requested Beef for Stew 2 oz.
Onions, medium dice 1 small
Garlic, chopped 2 cloves
Chicken stock 1 cup
Tomato sauce, canned _ cup
Anaheim chili, small dice _ cup
Salt _ tsp.
Black pepper _ tsp.
Chili powder 3 tbls.
Cayenne pepper _ tsp.
Dried oregano _ tsp.
Cumin, ground 1 tbls.
Masa harina or cornmeal 2 tbls.
Pinto beans, cooked 8 oz.

Method
In heavy pan, brown the Sirloin Tips in a little oil.
Remove from pan and hold warm.
To the pan add the onions and garlic and cook until just browned.
Add the chicken stock, tomato sauce, chilies, and seasonings.
Simmer uncovered for 30 minutes.
Make a slurry using the masa or cornmeal and 8 ounces of cold chicken stock.
Stir slurry into chili and cook an additional 5 minutes.
Return beef to pot and adjust seasonings with salt, pepper, chili powder, oregano, cumin, and cayenne.
Serve with or without beans.
Especially good when served over rice with queso fresco.