Beef Stew with Ale without cognac

2 poblano chiles 1 tablespoon olive oil , divided 2 cups onions , chopped 1/3 cup flour 2 lbs beef stew meat , in bite sized pieces 1 teaspoon salt , divided[...]

3 dried ancho chiles 2 tablespoons corn oil 1 medium onion , chopped 2 lbs boneless beef stew meat , cut into 2-inch cubes salt & fresh ground pepper 1 -2[...]