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Savory Korean Chile Con Carne: A Flavor Explosion Awaits

Savory Korean Chile Con Carne

Savory Korean Chile Con Carne: A Flavor Explosion Awaits combines rich beef flavor with Korean spices for a unique twist.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean, Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef and Spices
  • 1 tablespoon Beef tallow
  • 2 pounds Beef chuck roast
  • 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 medium Red onion
  • 2 medium Jalapeños
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • 2 medium Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Adobo sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dark brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked salt
  • 1 can Fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 12 ounces Negro Modelo or dark beer
  • 1/2 cup Gochujang
  • 2 cups Beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon Gochugaru

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat beef tallow in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add beef chuck roast and brown on all sides.
  3. Stir in Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper.
  4. Add red onion, jalapeños, and garlic; sauté until softened.
  5. Mix in chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, dark brown sugar, ground cumin, ground coriander, and smoked salt.
  6. Pour in fire-roasted tomatoes and beer; bring to a simmer.
  7. Stir in gochujang and beef broth.
  8. Simmer the mixture for about 180 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  9. Adjust heat level with gochugaru if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20g

Notes

For a different kick, consider substituting chicken for beef or adding extra vegetables like bell peppers. Allow the dish to rest for optimal flavor before serving.

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