Here’s a classic recipe for Chili Con Carne—a hearty, spicy, and comforting dish perfect for any meal. 🌶️🥩🍅
🥘 Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup beef broth or water
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: cayenne for extra heat, shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro for topping
🥄 Instructions
- Cook the beef
In a large pot, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat. - Sauté vegetables
Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook 5–7 minutes until softened. - Add spices
Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook 1–2 minutes to release flavors. - Add liquids and beans
Pour in diced tomatoes and beef broth. Stir in kidney beans. Bring to a simmer. - Simmer
Reduce heat and simmer for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened and flavors meld. - Serve
Top with cheese, sour cream, or cilantro. Serve with cornbread, rice, or tortilla chips.
✨ Tips
- For a spicier chili, add jalapeños, cayenne, or hot sauce.
- Let chili sit for a few hours (or overnight) for deeper flavor—reheating enhances the taste.
- Can also be made in a slow cooker: cook on low 6–8 hours for hands-off convenience.
If you want, I can give a quick 30-minute stovetop version that’s rich, flavorful, and doesn’t require long simmering. Do you want me to do that?
