Ingredients for Award Winning Short Rib and Chorizo Chili

Here’s what you’ll need (serves 8–10):

Meat

• 3 lbs bone-in beef short ribs (cut into large chunks)

• 1 lb fresh Spanish chorizo, casings removed

Vegetables & Aromatics

• 2 large onions, finely chopped

• 1 red bell pepper, roasted and diced

• 1 poblano pepper, roasted and diced

• 6 garlic cloves, minced

• 2 celery stalks, chopped

• 2 medium carrots, chopped

Beans & Tomatoes

• 2 cans (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed

• 2 cans (28 oz each) crushed tomatoes

• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste

Spices & Seasoning

• 3 tbsp chili powder

• 2 tsp smoked paprika

• 2 tsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp ground coriander

• 2 bay leaves

• Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Liquids

• 1 ½ cups beef broth

• 1 cup dark beer (optional, for depth)

• ½ cup strong brewed coffee (adds richness)

Garnish & Serving

• Fresh cilantro leaves

• Sour cream or Greek yogurt

• Shredded cheddar cheese

• Sliced jalapeños

• Warm cornbread or crusty bread on the side