Chilli Con Carne Recipe

Name: Chilli Con Carne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: oil Drizzle of; 1 onion large, chopped; 1 red bell pepper cut into strips; 3 cloves garlic; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon chilli powder dried; 1 3/4 pounds meat ground ox, or beef, or a mixture of both; 1 2/3 cups canned tomatoes chopped; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon sugar; 7/8 cup kidney beans canned, rinsed and drained; 7 ounces haricot beans canned, rinsed and drained; 1 tablespoon tomato puree; 2 2/3 cups cheddar cheese freshly grated; 8 crackers

Servings: persons

oil Drizzle of
1 onion large, chopped
1 red bell pepper cut into strips
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon chilli powder dried
1 3/4 pounds meat ground ox, or beef, or a mixture of both
1 2/3 cups canned tomatoes chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon sugar
7/8 cup kidney beans canned, rinsed and drained
7 ounces haricot beans canned, rinsed and drained
1 tablespoon tomato puree
2 2/3 cups cheddar cheese freshly grated
8 crackers

1
Heat the oil in a heavy pan.
2
Add the onion and pepper, and cook gently until soft.
3
Add the garlic, cumin, cinnamon and chilli. Stir and allow the flavors to infuse.
4
Increase the heat and add the meat. Brown the meat, stirring continuously. Break down large lumps with a wooden spoon.
5
Add the tomato, and, using the same tin for a measure, add water up to half a tin.
6
Season, and add the sugar and oregano.
7
Partially cover and cook gently for 45 minutes-1 hour, stirring from time to time. Add water as necessary to prevent drying out.
8
Add the beans and tomato puree, and cook for another 5 minutes.
9
Serve with the sprinkled cheese and crumbled crackers on top.

982

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: oil Drizzle of, 1 onion large, chopped, 1 red bell pepper cut into strips, 3 cloves garlic, and more.

Yes, Chilli Con Carne falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chilli Con Carne

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Variations & substitutions

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