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Chili con Carne

Cultural Context

Chili con Carne is a staple in Mexican cuisine, often enjoyed in various forms across the United States and Mexico. Its origins are debated, with influences from both Texan and Mexican cooking traditions. Traditionally, it features a hearty mix of meat, beans, and spices, making it a popular comfort food.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
500g ground beef
3 red chili peppers chopped
3 to 4 tbsp olive oil
1 big onion chopped
3 garlic cloves chopped
1 tbsp tomato paste
2 cups tomato sauce
1 tbsp oregano
1 beef stock cube
Salt to your taste
1 tsp black or white pepper powder
3 cups cooked red beans

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Black beans are more nutritious, while canned beans can be more budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

1

Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

2

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until soft.

3

Stir in ground beef and cook until browned.

4

Add chopped red chili peppers, tomato paste, tomato sauce, cooked red beans, oregano, beef stock cube, salt, and black or white pepper; mix well.

5

Simmer the mixture until heated through.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

skillet

Spice Level:

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Note

Origin debated between Texan and Mexican culinary traditions.

Also Known As

ChiliChili with Meat
Local Name: chile con carne

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