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My chili con carne recipe with minced beef, canned tomatoes, cumin, dried chilli, black beans and bell pepper... Just the basic ingredients!

Chili Con Carne

A simple, hearty chili made with ground beef, tomatoes, black beans, bell peppers, garlic, and warm spices. This stovetop version simmers into a rich, comforting bowl that’s perfect for weeknights, autumn evenings, or a big batch you freeze for later.
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories per serving 473 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground beef (900 g)
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 small red chili
  • 1 medium red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp coriander powder
  • 1 lb canned chopped tomatoes (450 g)
  • 1 lb canned black beans (450 g) drained
  • olive oil
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  1. 1) Add the onion, garlic, chili, and a splash of olive oil to a large pan. Set it over medium heat and cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables soften. Add the chopped bell peppers and cook for another 3 minutes.

  2. 2) Add the ground beef and stir well, breaking up any large chunks. Cook for 7 to 10 minutes until the meat is browned. Season with cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper.

  3. 3) Pour in the canned tomatoes and black beans. Stir everything together, then increase the heat until the chili reaches a boil. Lower the heat, cover the pan, and let it simmer gently for 1 hour. Check occasionally to make sure it doesn’t stick, adding a splash of water if needed.

  4. 4) Taste and adjust the seasoning with extra cumin, coriander, salt, or pepper. Remove the chili pepper. Let the chili rest for 10 minutes before serving so the flavors settle.

  5. 5) Serve hot with your favorite toppings like cheddar, sour cream, raw onion, cilantro, or guacamole.

    Chili Con Carne