"Slow-cooked short ribs, crispy chorizo, and bold spices come together in this rich, smoky chili topped with lime crema and crumbled cheese...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 lb boneless beef short ribs (cut into bite-sized chunks. If using bone in, get at least 2 lbs to account for the bones!)
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1.5 tsp kosher salt (divided into 3 parts: ½ tsp at onions, ½ tsp at liquids, ½ tsp at the end)
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½ tsp black pepper
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2 tbsp neutral oil (avocado or grapeseed)
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1 lb Mexican chorizo (casing removed)
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2 onions (finely chopped)
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2 Anaheim chile peppers (chopped)
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2 chili peppers (chopped)
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4 cloves garlic (minced)
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1 tsp anchovy paste
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¼ cup white wine
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1 12 oz can dark beer (porter or stout)
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1 14.5 oz can fire roasted diced tomatoes
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2 6 oz cans tomato paste
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1 cup beef broth
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½ cup brewed coffee
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4 tbsp chili sauce
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1 tbsp lime juice
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1 tbsp red wine vinegar
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1/4 cup dark brown sugar
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1.5 tsp smoked paprika
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1.5 tbsp ground cumin
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1 tsp oregano
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1 tsp cinnamon
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1 tsp coriander
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1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
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2 cans (15 oz each kidney beans, drained)
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1 tbsp unsalted butter
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¼ cup fresh chopped cilantro (stirred in at the end or served on the side)
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Lime Crema:
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½ cup sour cream
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Zest of 1 lime
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Juice of ½ lime
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Pinch of salt
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1 tbsp water or milk (optional, to thin)
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Crumbled Cotija or Feta Cheese