Description
Hearty and comforting, this chili con carne is packed with bold spices, tender ground beef, and creamy beans simmered in a rich tomato base.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500g ground beef
- 1 can (400g) red kidney beans
- 1 can (400g) black beans
- 1 can (400g) crushed tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 large onion, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Optional garnishes: sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Sauté onions until translucent, then add garlic and cook for one minute.
- Add ground beef and brown, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toast for 1–2 minutes.
- Add tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, beans, and broth. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 30–40 minutes until thickened.
- Adjust seasoning to taste and stir in lime juice if desired.
- Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Notes
- Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- A splash of coffee or cocoa powder adds depth.
- Double the batch and freeze extras for easy meals.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: chili con carne, beef chili, easy chili, Tex-Mex dinner, one-pot meal