Chili con carne is a hearty, spicy stew made with ground meat, beans, tomatoes, and chili peppers. It’s perfect for a comforting meal and goes well with rice, bread, or tortilla chips.
🌶 Classic Chili Con Carne Recipe
Ingredients:
- 500g ground beef (or lamb)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1–2 tbsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (400g) kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- ½ cup beef or vegetable broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional: fresh coriander, shredded cheese, sour cream
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Cook meat:
Heat a pan over medium heat and cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat. - Sauté aromatics:
Add onion and garlic to the pan. Cook until softened. - Add spices:
Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to release flavors. - Add tomatoes and beans:
Pour in diced tomatoes, beans, and broth. Mix well. - Simmer:
Reduce heat and let it simmer for 20–30 minutes until thickened. Stir occasionally. - Serve:
Garnish with fresh coriander, cheese, or sour cream. Serve with rice, bread, or tortilla chips.
🌟 Tips:
- Use a mix of beans for extra texture
- Adjust chili powder to your heat preference
- Simmer longer for richer, deeper flavor
- Slow cooker version: cook on Low for 6–8 hours for a very tender chili
If you want, I can share a restaurant-style chili con carne, a slow cooker version, or a spicy Tex-Mex version that’s extra flavorful 🌶️.
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