Here’s a hearty, flavorful Chili Con Carne—rich, spicy, and perfect with rice, bread, or tortilla chips 🌶️🥩
🌶️ Chili Con Carne
Ingredients:
- 500 g ground beef (or diced beef)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1–2 tbsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 can (400 g) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (400 g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup beef or chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro
Instructions:
- Cook the beef
Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned. Remove excess fat if needed. - Sauté vegetables
Add onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Cook until softened, 5–6 minutes. - Add spices
Stir in chili powder, paprika, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to release aromas. - Add liquids & beans
Pour in diced tomatoes and broth. Add kidney beans. Stir to combine. - Simmer
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 30–40 minutes. Stir occasionally. - Serve
Spoon chili into bowls. Top with cheese, sour cream, or cilantro if desired.
✨ Tips:
- For extra depth, add 1–2 squares of dark chocolate or a dash of cinnamon while simmering.
- Adjust spice level with cayenne pepper or jalapeños.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day!
I can also give you a quick 20-minute stovetop version or a slow-cooker version with deeper flavor if you want 😄
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