Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 tsp Cumin seeds
  • 5 1/2 lb Beef brisket,trimmed -- 3/4" Salt and freshly grnd Pepp
  • 6 x Garlic cloves -- chopped
  • 4 med Jalapenos, finely minced --
  • 2 med Onions -- finely minced
  • 1/2 c. Commercial chili pwdr -- See
  • 3 Tbsp. Pure red mild chile pwdr
  • 1 1/2 tsp Grnd coriander
  • 1 can Beer -- 12 ounce.
  • 6 c. Beef stock or possibly canned broth
  • 42 ounce Canned italian peeled tomato With liquid
  • 1 1/2 tsp Oregano -- crumbled
  • 1/2 lb Grnd chuck -- coarse Grind
  • 2 x Scallions, thinly sliced -- Op White and tender green por

Method

  • Food stores and Latin American markets
  • 1.
  • In a small dry skillet, toast the cumin seeds over moderate heat, stirring constantly, till fragrant, about 2 min.
  • Grind the cumin in a spice mill or possibly a mortar.
  • 2.
  • Heat a large enameled cast-iron casserole.
  • Season the brisket with salt and pepper.
  • Working gin batches, add in the meat to the casserole and cook over moderately high heat till well browned all over, about 8 min.
  • Transfer each batch to a large plate.
  • 3.
  • Add in the garlic, jalapenos and onions to the casserole and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, till softened, about 4 min.
  • Add in the commercial chili pwdr and pure red chile pwdr, coriander and half of the grnd cumin and cook, stirring , for 2 min.
  • 4.
  • Return the cooked brisket to the casserole and add in the beef stock, beer, tomatoes and their liquid, and the oregano.
  • Bring to a boil over moderately high heat, then lower the heat and simmer gently, stirring occasionally, for 3 hrs.
  • Stir in the grnd chuck, season with salt and cook till the brisket is very tender and the sauce is thickened, about 1 hour longer.
  • Stir in the remaining cumin and simmer for 15 min.
  • Garnish with the scallions and serve.
  • Note: Rather than the commercial chili, you can use Reno Red Chili Mix,