Chile Colorado

Custom Culinary® True Foundations® Latin-Style Vegetable Broth

A hearty, slow-simmered stew of tender beef in a rich guajillo–ancho chile sauce, crafted with True Foundations® Latin-Style Vegetable Broth for depth and authenticity. This classic dish brings bold Latin flavor to the table, ideal for inclusive gatherings, catering menus, or large-format service. Pair with rice, beans, or warm tortillas for a versatile option that feels both comforting and celebratory.

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What You'll Need

Yield: 198 oz.

1 pouch (6 lb)	True Foundations® Latin-Style Vegetable Broth
1 ½ cups	guajillo chile powder
¾ cup	ancho chile powder
2 ea.	large white onions, chopped
16 ea.	garlic cloves
1 tbsp	cumin
1 tbsp	Mexican oregano
1 tbsp	apple cider vinegar
to taste	black pepper
10 lbs	beef chuck, trimmed, cut into 1-inch cubes
Kosher salt	to taste
½ cup	all-purpose flour (optional, for dusting beef)
3 tbsp	olive oil

PREPARATION

In a saucepan, bring 5 cups broth to a simmer. Add chile powders and onions; cook until onions are tender.
Transfer mixture to blender. Add garlic, cumin, oregano, vinegar, pepper, and a pinch of salt. Blend until smooth.
Season beef cubes with salt and pepper. Optional: dust lightly with flour.
Heat oil in a rondeau/tilt skillet. Sear beef in batches until browned. Set aside.
Return beef to pot. Pour chile sauce over meat. Stir in remaining 6 ½ cups broth.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer until beef is fork-tender and sauce is rich, about 1.5–2 hours.
Garnish with cilantro & serve.

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