Description
Hearty Mexican classic chilli con carne delivers robust flavors that dance between spicy beef and rich tomato sauce. Comfort meets adventure in this soul-warming dish that promises to satisfy hungry dinner crowds with its deep, authentic southwestern charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 500 grams (1.1 pounds) beef mince
Vegetables:
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 red pepper, deseeded and chopped
- 1 green pepper, deseeded and chopped
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Canned Ingredients:
- 400 grams (14 ounces) can of chopped tomatoes
- 400 grams (14 ounces) can of red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
Serving Suggestions:
- Rice
- Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium temperature until it glistens and ripples.
- Introduce chopped onions to the pan, allowing them to become translucent and soft for approximately 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Incorporate minced garlic and diced peppers, sautéing until vegetables develop a glossy appearance and slight tenderness.
- Sprinkle ground cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and cayenne into the pan, quickly stirring to activate the spices without scorching, releasing their aromatic essence.
- Add beef mince, continuously breaking it apart with a wooden spoon and ensuring even browning across all surfaces to develop rich, deep flavors.
- Pour chopped tomatoes and kidney beans into the mixture, seasoning with salt and black pepper, gently combining ingredients to create a harmonious sauce.
- Raise heat until contents reach a gentle bubbling point, then reduce temperature, partially cover the pan, and allow the chilli to simmer for 30-40 minutes, occasionally stirring to prevent sticking.
- Check consistency; when sauce thickens enough to coat a spoon smoothly, remove from heat and serve alongside rice, tortilla chips, or preferred accompaniments.
Notes
- Opt for lean ground beef to reduce fat content while maintaining rich flavor and protein.
- Enhance spice tolerance by adjusting cayenne pepper quantity based on personal heat preference.
- Consider using plant-based ground meat alternatives for a vegetarian version without compromising taste profile.
- Quickly deepen flavor complexity by adding a small square of dark chocolate during final simmering stage, which introduces subtle depth and richness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 405 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg