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Korean Chile Con Carne

Korean Chile Con Carne
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Experience the bold and exciting flavors of Korean Chile Con Carne, a delicious twist on classic chili that combines tender beef with a spicy kick. This hearty dish features layers of heat from gochujang and chipotle peppers, complemented by savory tomatoes and spices. Perfect for cozy evenings, gatherings, or meal prep, it’s a dish that warms the soul while tantalizing your tastebuds. With straightforward preparation steps and commonly available ingredients, you’ll create a comforting meal that’s sure to impress family and friends.

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 in adobo sauce, 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 can fire-roasted tomatoes (15 oz)
  • 1 cup dark beef broth
  • 5 tablespoons gochujang
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons gochugaru (Korean chile flakes)

Instructions

  1. In a Dutch oven, heat oil over high heat. Season beef with salt and pepper; sear until browned on all sides. Remove from pot.
  2. Reduce heat to medium and sauté onion and jalapeños until charred. Add garlic, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, cumin, coriander, smoked salt, and brown sugar; mix well.
  3. Combine gochujang with dark beef broth; pour into the pot along with fire-roasted tomatoes and additional beef broth.
  4. Return seared meat to the pot. Bring to a simmer; cover for a thinner consistency or leave uncovered to thicken. Cook for 2-3 hours until meat is tender.
  5. (Optional) Stir in gochugaru for extra heat before serving.

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