Beef chilli con carne
4
Points®
Total time: 55 min • Prep: 20 min • Cook: 35 min • Serves: 4 • Difficulty: Easy
Beef chilli con carne is a delicious and classic Mexican dish that will surely satisfy your taste buds. This hearty and spicy mince dish is perfect for those who love a little bit of heat in their meals. You can adjust the level of spiciness to your liking by adding more or less chilli powder. The recipe calls for extra lean beef mince, red kidney beans, canned tomatoes, and a selection of spices to create the perfect balance of flavours. To serve, garnish with fresh coriander leaves and a dollop of light sour cream. For an authentic Mexican experience, pair it with warm tortillas and fresh lime.
Ingredients
Olive oil
1 tbs
Brown onion
1 medium, chopped
Red capsicum
1 medium, chopped
Garlic
2 clove(s), crushed
Chilli powder
2 tsp, Mexican variety
Ground cumin
1 tsp
Extra lean beef mince, raw
500 g
Canned diced tomatoes
1 400g can
Salt-reduced liquid beef stock
1 cup(s), (250ml)
Canned red kidney beans, rinsed, drained
1 400g can
Fresh coriander
¼ cup(s), leaves
Light sour cream
¼ cup(s), (60ml)
Instructions
1
Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Cook onion and capsicum, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes or until softened. Add garlic, chilli and cumin and cook, stirring, for 1 minute or until fragrant.
2
Add mince and cook over high heat, stirring to break up lumps, for 5 minutes or until browned. Stir in tomatoes and stock and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes or until slightly thickened.
3
Stir in beans and simmer for a further 2 minutes or until heated through. Season with salt and pepper. Sprinkle with coriander leaves. Serve with sour cream.
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