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Chilli Con Carne

Cultural Context

Chilli con Carne has its roots in the American Southwest, influenced by Mexican cuisine and cowboy culture. Traditionally, it was a hearty dish made with beef, chilies, and spices, often enjoyed by ranchers and travelers. Today, it is a beloved comfort food in many households, with countless variations worldwide, from mild to spicy, and often served with rice or cornbread.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 large diced red pepper
2 finely chopped cloves of garlic
2 tablespoons of olive oil
chili powder
paprika
ground cumin
salt
pepper
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon of sugar
2 tablespoons of tomato
400 grams of red kidney beans
1 tin of chopped tomato
1 beef stock cube
500 grams of minced meat
rice
sour cream
tortilla chips

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans offer more fiber, while pinto beans are usually cheaper.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories, while processed cheese is often less expensive.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: creme fraiche

Greek yogurt provides a healthier option with similar creaminess.

1

Heat up 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a pan.

2

Add in 1 large diced red pepper and fry for five minutes.

3

Turn off the heat and add in 500 grams of minced meat; let it brown for another five minutes, mixing to break up lumps.

4

Add in 1 bay leaf, salt, and pepper, and cover the pan.

5

Let it simmer for 25 minutes.

6

If the sauce gets too thick, add a splash of hot water and let it simmer for 10 minutes without the lid.

7

Turn off the heat, cover the pan, and let all the flavors work for 10 minutes before serving.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

ChiliChili con Carne
Local Name: chile con carne

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