Deeply savory, fall-apart tender, and bursting with smoky heat—this braised beef in ancho chile sauce is a flavor-packed dish made for gatherings and weeknight comfort alike. Perfect for taco nights or serving alongside classic Mexican sides, this dish fills your kitchen with the kind of aroma that makes everyone ask, “What’s cooking?”
🛒 Ingredients
| For the Sauce | |
|---|---|
| Olive or vegetable oil | 1 teaspoon |
| White onion, finely chopped | 1 small |
| Garlic, minced | 2 cloves |
| Ground cumin | ½ teaspoon |
| Dried oregano | ½ teaspoon |
| Dried ancho chiles | 3 whole |
| Fire roasted tomatoes (with juices) | 1 can (14.5 oz) |
| RO*TEL tomatoes (or fire roasted again) | 1 can (10 oz) |
| Chicken or beef broth | 1 cup |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| For the Meat | |
|---|---|
| Olive or vegetable oil | 2 teaspoons |
| Beef chuck roast or stew meat, cubed | 3½ pounds |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| For Serving | |
|---|---|
| Corn or flour tortillas | Warmed |
| Avocado, sliced | As desired |
| Cilantro, chopped | For garnish |
| Lime wedges | For serving |
| Cotija cheese, crumbled | Optional |
| Radishes, sliced | Optional |
| Sour cream | Optional |
🔥 How to Make It
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