Chilli con Carne
Cowbridge Kitchen
About This Recipe
Chilli con Carne is a spicy minced beef stew made with red kidney beans, onions and garlic.
Chilli con Carne is traditionally served with rice and sour cream. You can make Chilli con Carne as Mild or as Hot as you like, in this recipe for Chilli we are not going to make the dish too hot, so this is a Mild to Warm Chilli that the whole family will enjoy.
Serve this with some plain white rice and a generous spoon of Soured Cream.
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Chili con carne, boasts a rich and diverse history that reflects the cultural melting pot of the American Southwest. Its origins can be traced back to the early 19th century, particularly in Texas, where it emerged as a blend of Spanish, Mexican, and Native American culinary traditions.
The name itself translates to "chili with meat," and the dish typically features a combination of ground beef, chili peppers, tomatoes, and various spices, though recipes can vary widely. The use of chili peppers is particularly significant, as they were introduced to the region by indigenous peoples and became a staple in local cuisine.
Over the years, chili con carne evolved, with different regions adding their unique twists; for instance, some versions incorporate beans, while others strictly adhere to the meat-only tradition. The dish gained popularity during the Great Depression, as it was an affordable and filling meal, and it has since become a beloved staple at cook-offs and gatherings, celebrated for its bold flavors and comforting warmth.
Today, chili con carne continues to inspire chefs and home cooks alike, serving as a canvas for creativity while honoring its storied past.
20 mins Prep.
40 minutes Cooking time.
Time
Calories: 710
Protein: 37g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 91g
Fiber: 12g
Sugar: 15g
Nutrition
Servings
Difficulty
This falls into the category of a mild family chilli, not to hot
Cost to make:
£4.96 / $6.28 (Est.)
Equipment:
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How to Make Chilli con Carne
Chilli con carne or as it is sometimes spelled Chili con carne is often mistaken as the national dish of Mexico as the dish originated in northern Mexico or southern Texas, but it is not the National dish of Mexico, the is national dish of Mexico is Mole.
We have a Tex-Mex version of this chilli that tastes great. In this recipe for Chilli con carne the chilli is not very spicy, just a little kick that most people can cope with. If you want it hot try 2 tsp of Hot Chilli Powder.
Cuisine:Aztec ,Mexican
ingredients
1 large brown Onion
1 tsp Lazy Garlic
1 Tin Chopped Tomatoes
1/2 Tin red Kidney Beans
1 Tsp Hot Chilli Powder
2 Tsp smoked Paprika
2 Beef Stock Cube
60 ml or 4 tbs of Tomato Ketchup
30 ml or 2 tbs Sweet chilli Sauce
45 ml Tomato Paste
20 g Flour
30 ml Olive oil
Cooking Instructions
- Dice up your Onion and mix it together with the garlic.
- Fry off the diced Onions & Garlic in the olive oil in a medium saucepan for a few minutes.
- In a small bowl mix in the Hot chilli powder , Paprika , Stock cube
- Add the tin of chopped tomatoes to a food processor and blend for 30 seconds so that you get a thick tomato sauce.
- Run the Red kidney beans under cold water to rinse off.
- When the onions are soft add the minced beef and mix it into the onions well, cook until brown.
- The mince is cooked when it is a light brown colour.
- Tip in the chilli powder mix, made with paprika, chilli powder and beef stock cubes
- Mix with a wooden spoon and cook for a few minutes
- At this stage you can add the flour to thicken the sauce.
- Add the tomato sauce to the pan and cook until hot.
- Mix in the sweet chilli sauce, ketchup & tomato paste.
- Cover and cook for 10 minutes , until the meat is cooked.
- Drain off the Kidney beans and add them to the chilli.
- Cook for a further 10 min.
Chili con Carne, meaning 'Chili with meat' is commonly served with rice, but it is great in a Jacket Potato as well. Another great idea for this Chilli is to use it for Chilli Hot Dogs.
Chili con Carne is categorised as a spicy stew and is a very versitile dish, so why not try serving it with Nachos & Rice.
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