Whole30 Carne Con Chile

Dive into a bold and flavorful culinary experience with this Whole30 Carne Con Chile, a hearty and wholesome Mexican-inspired beef stew that's perfect for your Whole30 journey. Tender chunks of seared beef chuck roast are simmered to perfection in a rich, smoky chile sauce made from rehydrated ancho and guajillo chiles, canned tomatoes, and aromatic spices like cumin and oregano. This slow-cooked masterpiece is both gluten-free and dairy-free, delivering authentic depth of flavor while staying true to clean eating principles. Garnished with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of zesty lime, this dish is as vibrant as it is satisfying. Whether served on its own or paired with your favorite Whole30-compliant cauliflower rice or roasted vegetables, this recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds beef chuck roast
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 4 garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 3 dried ancho chiles
• 3 dried guajillo chiles
• 14.5 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 bunch cilantro
• 1 lime

Directions

Step 1

Begin by trimming excess fat from the beef chuck roast and cut it into 2-inch cubes.

Step 2

In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the beef cubes in batches, searing each side until browned. Remove the beef and set aside.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium, add the remaining olive oil, and sauté the chopped onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add minced garlic, ground cumin, and oregano. Stir for another 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant.

Step 6

Meanwhile, remove stems and seeds from the dried ancho and guajillo chiles. Toast them in a dry skillet over low heat for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn them.

Step 7

Transfer toasted chiles to a bowl and cover them with hot water. Let them soak for 15 minutes until softened.

Step 8

Drain the chiles and add them to a blender along with canned diced tomatoes. Blend until smooth to make the chile sauce.

Step 9

Return the beef to the pot, pour in the chile sauce, and add beef broth, salt, and black pepper.

Step 10

Bring the mixture to a simmer, cover, and let it cook on low heat for approximately 2.5 to 3 hours until the beef is tender.

Step 11

Stir occasionally and check for seasoning, adjusting salt and pepper as needed.

Step 12

Just before serving, chop a handful of cilantro and stir it into the stew for fresh flavor.

Step 13

Serve with lime wedges to squeeze over the top for added freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2232.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3062.5

Total Fat 230.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 81.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.3g
Cholesterol 688.6mg	0%
Sodium 6492.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.2g
Protein 185.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 476.7mg	0%
Iron 37.3mg	0%
Potassium 5531.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.8%

Protein: 23.5%

Carbs: 10.7%