Chili con Carne

Method

1. 1
   • ground beef 700 g
   • olive oil 2 tbsp

   Brown the ground beef — Heat the oil in a large pot and brown the ground beef for 8 minutes, breaking it up. Remove and set aside.

   ⏱8 min
2. 2
   • onion 1
   • red bell pepper 1
   • garlic 4
   • chilli powder 2 tbsp
   • ground cumin 1 tbsp
   • smoked paprika 1 tsp
   • dried oregano 1 tsp

   Soften onion and pepper — Soften the onion and red pepper for 6 minutes. Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano and toast for 1 minute.

   ⏱6 min
3. 3
   • tomato paste 2 tbsp
   • canned tomatoes 800 g
   • kidney beans 400 g
   • beef stock 3 dl
   • cocoa powder 1 tsp
   • salt to taste

   Combine the chili ingredients — Return the beef, stir in the tomato paste, canned tomatoes, kidney beans, stock, and cocoa powder. Season with salt and pepper.

4. 4

   Simmer until thick and rich — Simmer uncovered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and rich. Serve with rice or tortillas.

   ⏱45 min