Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 unit

dried ancho chiles

whole

4 unit

dried chipotle chiles

whole

4 unit

garlic cloves

minced

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

0.5 cup

tomato sauce

1 cup

flat beer

2 tsp

ground cumin

2 tsp

salt

1 tsp

dried Mexican oregano

1 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

3 tbsp

brown sugar

packed

1 tbsp

masa harina

dissolved in 1/2 cup water

2.5 lbs

porterhouse steaks

Step 1
~7 min

Place dried ancho and chipotle chiles in a heatproof bowl and cover with boiling water. Let stand for 30 minutes, or until softened.

Step 2
~7 min

While chiles are soaking, saute minced garlic in vegetable oil in a small skillet until golden.

Step 3
~7 min

Seed and stem the softened chiles.

Step 4
~7 min

Transfer the chiles to a food processor or blender.

Step 5
~7 min

Add tomato sauce, flat beer, 1/2 cup water, ground cumin, salt, dried Mexican oregano, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and sauteed garlic to the blender.

Step 6
~7 min

Puree all ingredients thoroughly until smooth.

Step 7
~7 min

Transfer the chili puree to a saucepan.

Step 8
~7 min

Stir in the masa harina mixture (masa harina dissolved in 1/2 cup water).

Step 9
~7 min

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent sticking.

Step 10
~7 min

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Step 11
~7 min

Grill porterhouse or filet mignon steaks to your desired level of doneness.

Step 12
~7 min

Remove steaks from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Step 13
~7 min

At the table, cut the steak into 1 1/2 inch slices.

Step 14
~7 min

Spoon chili puree generously over each serving of sliced steak and serve immediately.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili powder to your preferred level of spiciness.

For a smoother chili, strain the sauce after pureeing.

Serve with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, shredded cheese, and chopped onions.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Cornbread

Tortilla Chips

Coleslaw

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican Street Corn
Guacamole and Chips

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Texas

Cultural Significance

A staple dish in Tex-Mex cuisine, often featured in chili cook-offs.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Super Bowl
Tailgating
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Weeknight Dinner
Party

Popularity Score

70/100

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