Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
6 unit

corn tortillas

cut in strips

2 tbsp

canola oil

as needed

1 pinch

salt

to taste

1 pinch

pepper

fresh ground, to taste

2 unit

avocados

pitted, peeled, chopped

0.5 unit

red bell pepper

minced

0.5 unit

small onion

minced

1 unit

lime

juice of

2 unit

dried New Mexico chiles

toasted, seeded

0.5 unit

large onion

chunked

3 clove

garlic

minced

3 unit

tomatoes

seeded, halved

1 cup

chicken stock

canned or homemade

4 unit

beef tenderloin steaks

2 inches thick

1 tbsp

olive oil

for searing

2 tsp

brown sugar

packed

0.25 cup

manchego cheese

shredded

2 tbsp

cilantro

minced

Step 1
~2 min

Cut corn tortillas into small strips.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat canola oil in a deep skillet.

Step 3
~2 min

Fry tortilla strips until golden brown and crispy.

Step 4
~2 min

Remove fried tortilla strips to paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 5
~2 min

Season tortilla chips with salt and pepper.

Step 6
~2 min

Set aside the prepared tortilla chips.

Step 7
~2 min

Combine chopped avocado, minced red bell pepper, minced small onion, lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

Step 8
~2 min

Mix the avocado salad well and chill until needed.

Step 9
~2 min

Toast dried New Mexico chiles in a dry skillet until charred.

Step 10
~2 min

Remove the charred chiles from the skillet.

Step 11
~2 min

Tear and seed the toasted chiles.

Step 12
~2 min

Preheat broiler.

Step 13
~2 min

In a skillet, combine chunked large onion, minced garlic, and seeded, halved tomatoes.

Step 14
~2 min

Place the skillet under the broiler for 15 minutes or until vegetables are well charred.

Step 15
~2 min

Place the broiled vegetables on the stove over high heat.

Step 16
~2 min

Add chicken stock to the skillet to deglaze.

Step 17
~2 min

Transfer the contents of the skillet to a food processor.

Step 18
~2 min

Add the toasted and seeded chiles to the food processor.

Step 19
~2 min

Puree until the mixture is smooth.

Step 20
~2 min

Season the chili puree to taste.

Step 21
~2 min

Set aside the chili puree.

Step 22
~2 min

Clean the skillet used for broiling the vegetables.

Key Technique: Broiling
Step 23
~2 min

Season beef tenderloin steaks with salt and pepper.

Step 24
~2 min

Heat olive oil in the cleaned skillet.

Step 25
~2 min

Add the seasoned steaks to the hot skillet.

Step 26
~2 min

Sear the steaks for 3 minutes on each side, or according to desired doneness.

Step 27
~2 min

Remove the seared steaks from the skillet.

Step 28
~2 min

Place the steaks on a plate.

Step 29
~2 min

Keep the steaks warm.

Step 30
~2 min

Add the chili puree and brown sugar to the skillet.

Step 31
~2 min

Simmer the chili puree for 20 minutes, allowing it to thicken.

Step 32
~2 min

Return the seared steaks to the pan with the simmering chili sauce.

Step 33
~2 min

Re-heat the steaks in the sauce and coat them well.

Step 34
~2 min

Place some chili sauce on serving plates.

Step 35
~2 min

Top with a steak, avocado salad mix, shredded manchego cheese, and minced cilantro.

Step 36
~2 min

Surround the steak with the prepared tortilla chips.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the steaks for a more intense flavor.

Adjust the amount of chili to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Avocado salad and chili sauce can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of rice and beans.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mexican rice
Refried beans

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mexico

Cultural Significance

Celebratory dish for special occasions.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Cinco de Mayo
Mexican Independence Day

Occasion Tags

Dinner party
Celebration
Weekend meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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