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Korean Chile Con Carne

Korean Chile Con Carne
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Blow your taste buds away with Korean Chile Con Carne, a spicy and savory twist on the classic chili dish. This recipe features tender beef simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce infused with gochujang and chipotle peppers, delivering layers of heat and flavor. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights at home, this hearty dish is not only delicious but also customizable to suit your spice preferences. Serve it over fluffy rice or enjoy it as a standalone meal, and watch it become a new favorite in your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons beef tallow or neutral oil
  • 3 pounds beef chuck roast, cut into 1" cubes
  • kosher salt
  • fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 red onion, finely diced
  • 2 jalapeños, finely diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
  • 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1 teaspoon smoked salt
  • 1 (15 oz) can fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 5 tablespoons gochujang
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons gochugaru (Korean chile flakes)

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over high heat. Season the beef with salt and pepper, then sear until browned. Transfer to a plate.
  2. Reduce heat to medium; sauté the diced onion and jalapeños until charred. Stir in garlic, chipotles, brown sugar, cumin, and seasonings.
  3. Whisk together gochujang and beef broth; add to the pot with fire-roasted tomatoes. Return seared meat to the pot.
  4. Simmer for 2–3 hours until tender, adjusting consistency by covering or uncovering.
  5. For extra heat, stir in gochugaru before serving.

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