Description
Chili con Carne is a hearty and flavorful dish that brings warmth and satisfaction, making it the ideal choice for busy weeknights or lively gatherings. This quick and easy recipe combines tender ground beef with a medley of vegetables, kidney beans, and spices that can be adjusted to your taste. With a cooking time of just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for those who crave comfort food without a lengthy preparation process. Whether served over rice, with tortilla chips for dipping, or topped with sour cream and fresh herbs, this versatile chili will delight both adults and children alike. Dive into this delicious meal today and experience the joy of homemade comfort food!
Ingredients
- 500 g ground beef (or half pork, half beef)
- 800 g crushed tomatoes
- 1–2 red bell peppers
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1 can kidney beans
- 1 can corn
- 1 onion
- 50 g tomato paste
- Salt to taste
- 1–2 tsp sweet paprika powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: cayenne pepper, sugar
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Dice the onion and garlic, then sauté until fragrant.
- Add ground beef to the pot, season with salt, and cook until browned.
- While the meat cooks, chop the bell peppers and drain the kidney beans and corn.
- Stir in the paprika and tomato paste; cook for another minute.
- Add bell peppers, crushed tomatoes, kidney beans, and corn to the pot. Season to taste with cayenne pepper and sugar.
- Cover and let simmer for 20-25 minutes.
- Serve hot with toppings like sour cream or fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: To enhance flavor depth, allow the chili to simmer longer. For plant-based options, substitute ground meat with lentils or plant-based protein.