EASY CHILLI CON CARNE

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This is a really simple and versatile chilli con carne recipe that I've perfected over an admittedly short period of time, but it seems to work pretty well. It's really easy to adapt to vegetarian tastes - use whatever kind of tinned beans you like, mixed bean salads are easy to find at supermarkets. I really recommend that variation with tortilla chips and sour cream. It can be spiced up by varying the chillis to your preference. I usually chop them finely and put them in at the start with the garlic as it smells good. My starting point for this was a recipe in a book called Just 1 Pot by Love Food, with no author specified. This recipe is very much a work in progress so feedback would be very appreciated =)

Provided by cydon

Categories     Meat

Time 40m

Yield 3-5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

500 g fresh beef mince
1 tablespoon oil (of your preference)
1 large onion, chopped into good chunks
4 garlic cloves, chopped very finely
2 red chilies, chopped very finely and deseeded
1 tablespoon tomato puree
1 (400 g) can of chopped plum tomatoes
1 (225 g) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
400 ml vegetable stock
1 large bell pepper, diced and deseeded (I recommend red or yellow)
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1 pinch nutmeg (optional)
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large, deep frying pan. I use a wok, to feel exotic. Cook the garlic, onion and chillis until your kitchen smells wonderful. I prefer to keep the onion fairly crisp. The less oil you use the better but a tablespoon is a good guideline.
  • Add the beef mince and fry until browned, then drain off as much oil as you can.
  • Add the stock, tomato purée and tomatoes and mix well.
  • Add the kidney beans, paprika, cumin and coriander and season well. If you like your bell pepper nice and soft, add it here.
  • Simmer, stirring occasionally, for as long as you have. Time suits this recipe well but if you only have five minutes, so be it. Halfway through the simmering time, add the bell pepper if you haven't already. Now is also a good time to get rice cooking.
  • Add a pinch of nutmeg if you like, I find it gives it a subtle undertone, but it's down to personal taste. More black pepper works well at this point too. Taste it, add more cumin and possibly chilli powder if it suits your taste.
  • Serve with rice, tortillas or tortilla chips as you prefer. Goes great with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 612.1, Fat 39.5, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 118.3, Sodium 352.1, Carbohydrate 29.7, Fiber 7.8, Sugar 10.3, Protein 36.1

Jeremy Agyeman obeng
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I love that this chili con carne recipe is so versatile. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my own taste.


Isael Landeros
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This chili con carne is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Shehbaz Nazim
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I'm a vegetarian, but I still love this chili con carne. I just substitute the ground beef with lentils.


klay 187-offical
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This chili con carne is the perfect comfort food. It's hearty, filling, and flavorful. I love to serve it with a side of cornbread.


Kabil Miya
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I made this chili con carne for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it, and I even got a few requests for the recipe.


SHELLY WEL
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This chili con carne recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet corn and carrots.


Abdullah Omar
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I made this chili con carne for my family and they loved it. The beef was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and not too spicy.


Martha Sosa
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I'm always looking for new chili con carne recipes, and this one did not disappoint. It was easy to make and the flavor was incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


Marisol Fernandez
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I made this chili con carne in my slow cooker and it turned out perfect. The meat was fall-apart tender and the flavors were amazing.


Tarak Talukder
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This chili con carne is perfect for a cold winter day. It's hearty and filling, and the spices really warm you up.


Fuchaa Don
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I'm not a big fan of chili con carne, but this recipe changed my mind. It was so flavorful and delicious. I'll definitely be making it again.


Mike Catledge
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover ground beef. I also like that it's a one-pot meal, which makes cleanup a breeze.


Cheryl Frazer
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I made this chili con carne for a party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. I especially liked the addition of the cumin and chili powder, which gave it a really nice flavor.


Pinky Tebogo
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I've tried many chili con carne recipes over the years, but this one is by far the best. It's simple to make, but the flavor is amazing. I love that it's not too spicy, so everyone in my family can enjoy it.


Heather Gramm
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This chili con carne recipe is a keeper! It was easy to follow and the results were delicious. The flavors were well-balanced and the meat was tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.


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