Pueblo Chili

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About this recipe

In this blog post I will take you thru the steps and ingredients needed to craft this recipe. Grab your favorite apron and let's go.
The Pueblo chili recipe is a flavorful and traditional dish that originates from the Pueblo region of Colorado. This hearty recipe showcases the unique flavors of the Pueblo chili, a medium-spicy pepper known for its smoky and earthy taste. The dish combines tender chunks of meat, such as beef or pork, with a variety of vegetables and aromatic spices. Whether enjoyed on its own or served over rice or tortillas, this Pueblo chili recipe is sure to satisfy your taste buds with its rich and comforting flavors.

Keywords: Pueblo chili, Colorado, traditional, smoky, comforting.

Pueblo chili recipe details

Pueblo chili recipe, recipe Rating: 4.3
Number of votes:94

Flavorful and spicy chili that someone can find in almost every restaurant in Southern Colorado. Use it to smother burritos, eggs, fried potatoes, anywhere you use red chili!
Ready in: 1 hour 30 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 6

• 1 pound diced pork, the fattier the better
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 10-12 roasted green chiles, chopped; or 2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chiles
• 1 large can diced tomatoes
• 2-3 cups water
• salt to taste
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch, or as needed (optional)

Preparation method

Prep: 25 mins | Cook: 1 hour | Extra time: 5 mins

1. Trim the fat from the pork and render it down. Pour off all but 2 tablespoons of the drippings and fry the diced pork until well browned.
2. Add the garlic and onions and saute until translucent.
3. Stir in the chilis, tomatoes, water and salt. Cover and simmer as long as wanted, at least 30 minutes. Thicken with cornstarch and water if needed. Serves best over a great burrito.