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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
2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion
1.5 large onions
3 tablespoons cooking oil
2 jalapenos
2 types of canned beans (dark and light)
1 can diced roasted tomatoes
1 can crushed fresh tomatoes
1.5 cups beef broth
2 bay leaves
salt
peppercorns
better than bouillon seasoning
all-purpose seasoning

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

Slice up jalapenos, leaving the seeds in.

2

Dice one large onion and half of another large onion.

3

Cut garlic into slices, then chop it.

4

In a large pot, heat 3 tablespoons of cooking oil.

5

Add chopped onions and garlic; let cook for about 2 minutes until they sweat.

6

Add sliced jalapenos to the pot.

7

Add 2 pounds of ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart to avoid clumping.

8

Season the beef with salt, better than bouillon, and a dash of all-purpose seasoning.

9

Add half a teaspoon of peppercorns to the beef.

10

Stir in one can of diced roasted tomatoes and one can of crushed fresh tomatoes; mix well.

11

Let the mixture cook for about 5 minutes.

12

Open and rinse two types of canned beans; add them to the pot.

13

Pour in 1.5 cups of beef broth and stir everything together.

14

Add 2 bay leaves (optional) to the pot.

15

Cover the pot and let it cook on medium heat for about 25 minutes.

16

Partially cover the pot and let it cook for an additional 20 minutes to thicken.

17

Check the consistency of the chili; it should be thick and ready to serve.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbrowningsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

gluten-free
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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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