Simple Chilli Con Carne Recipe

Introduction

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 can of diced tomatoes
• 1 can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon chilli powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Instructions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper, and cook until the onion is translucent.
3. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
4. Add the chilli powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, and stir to combine.
5. Add the diced tomatoes and kidney beans, and stir to combine.
6. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
8. Serve hot with rice, tortilla chips, or crusty bread.

Nutrition

• Calories: 300
• Protein: 24g
• Fat: 16g
• Carbohydrates: 16g
• Fiber: 5g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 600mg

Variations

• Vegetarian chilli: Replace the ground beef with diced mushrooms, zucchini, or eggplant.
• Spicy chilli: Add a diced jalapeno pepper or a pinch of cayenne pepper for extra heat.
• Slow cooker chilli: Brown the ground beef and onions in a pan, then transfer to a slow cooker with the rest of the ingredients. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
• Chilli mac: Serve the chilli over cooked macaroni noodles for a comforting and filling meal.

Conclusion