Do you want a pleasant and exotic dish? Chili con carne is undoubtedly one of the best alternatives to consider! This culinary masterpiece, known all over the world, comes in many delicious versions. And today our team has decided to share one of its most amazing variants with you! Without further ado, here is our ground beef chili con carne recipe. A simple dish to prepare but quite rich in flavour, ideal to enjoy with family or friends in a friendly atmosphere.
Here’s the easiest way to make the perfect chili con carne!
Ingredients:
- onion – 1
- garlic – 2 cloves
- minced beef – 350 g
- diced tomatoes – 340 g
- tomato paste – 2 tbsp. c.
- cane sugar – 2 tbsp. c.
- beef stock – 240 ml
- canned kidney beans (with water) – 340 g
- ground cumin – 1 tbsp. c.
- ground coriander – 1 tbsp. c.
- smoked paprika – 1 tbsp. c.
- chili powder – 1 tbsp. c.
- salt
- pepper
The food and spices that will be our accomplices in this culinary adventure
Serve with:
- fresh pasta
- hot pepper
- grated cheddar cheese
- fresh coriander
Different ways to serve homemade chili con carne
Preparation:
Place minced meat in a preheated frying pan
Add the onion cut into small pieces
Add two chopped cloves of garlic
Mix the products well
Brown the meat, stirring occasionally
Then add the chili powder
Also stir in ground coriander, smoked paprika, garlic and onion powder
Pour in the beef stock
Chopped tomatoes and tomato paste
Add the cane sugar
Stir and pour the kidney beans with the water from the can
Simmer covered on low heat for about 30 minutes or more
Serve with cooked pasta or rice
Sprinkle with grated cheddar…
… and fresh cilantro!
Why is this chili con carne the perfect meal?
Rich in flavor and nutrients
In our recipe we use onions, garlic, tomatoes and beans. As a result, it is also possible to add other vegetables such as carrots, corn seeds, zucchini, peppers, etc. All these ingredients make the famous dish rich in taste, but also in nutrients and vitamins.
A comforting meal packed with flavour, nutrients and vitamins
Quick and easy preparation
The lack of time often forces us to choose simple and quick recipes. So if you’re also in a hurry, our variation of chili con carne is an ideal option to consider for your next culinary adventure. In fact, its preparation only takes about fifteen minutes. Then you just have to let it simmer on low heat…
A quick and simple recipe that can be made in under 30 minutes
Versatility
As already mentioned above, chili con carne comes in different forms. Therefore, we can prepare it at any time with what we have on hand. No minced meat, just a few pieces of pork in the fridge? No problem ! You can replace the beef with almost any other type of meat. The same applies to vegetables. On the other hand, chili con carne can also be prepared in a vegan version. In order not to deprive yourself of the proteins in the classic recipe, it is enough just to use more red beans (approximately double the amount) or chickpeas.
We do not hesitate to vary the ingredients as we see fit
Ideal recipe for a dinner with family or friends
As a rather filling and comforting dish, chili con carne is a great alternative for meals with friends or family dinners. On the other hand, you can also prepare it in a non-spicy version for children or people who do not like spicy dishes.
A perfect meal idea for a dinner with friends or family
What should it be served with?
Not sure what to serve chili con carne with? We share with you below a list of the most suitable accompaniments:
- fries
- tortillas
- baked potatoes
- rice
- pasta
- nachos
- wholemeal bread.
Choose one or more side dishes of chili con carne with minced beef
