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chili con carne recipe
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The best chili con carne recipe

Easy and delicious chili con carne recipe that warms and comforts. A convivial dish to enjoy with family and friends.
Courses: evening meal, Main course
Cuisine: American
Keword: bean, dinner, evening meal, Mexican
Serving: 4
Author: Rachida

Ingredients :

  • 600 g (1.32 lb )ground beef
  • 450 g (1 lb t)omatoes, peeled and finely chopped
  • 70 g (2.46 oz) tomato paste
  • 2 beef bouillon cubes
  • 1 large onion
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 2 hot peppers chili, espelette or jalapeno
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 2 heaped teaspoons paprika
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons hot chili or espelette pepper powder to taste
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 250 g (8.8 oz )of drained canned kidney beans (400 g can) or 150 g ( 5.3 oz )of dried beans.
  • 400 ml (14.1 oz) water
  • 23 g (0.8 oz) dark chocolate

Instructions :

Cooking dried kidney beans

  • I advise you to use canned beans, they're very good and will save you the  following steps.
  • If you absolutely want to use dried kidney beans, soak them overnight in a large amount of water.
  • The next day, cook them in a pressure cooker for about 20 minutes, covered with water and a bay leaf if possible .
  • Salt with 1 teaspoon of salt halfway through cooking.
  • Once cooked, drain and set aside. Be careful with their cooking; they should be fully cooked yet maintain their firmness

Prepare the chili con carne

  • Chop the onion and dice the bell pepper and chillies.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet and sauté the onions over low heat until translucent.
  • Add finely chopped garlic, peppers and chili peppers. Sauté for 1 or 2 minutes to release their flavor.
  • Add ground meat and cook for 10 minutes, stirring to break up into small pieces.
  • Add the spices, cumin, Espelette pepper, oregano, salt and paprika. Mix well.
  • Add the finely chopped tomatoes and cook, covered, over a low heat for 10 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste and mix well.
  • Dilute the 2 bouillon cubes in the water and pour into the pan. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Add the beans and simmer for a further 20 minutes, more or less, depending on the consistency of your chili con carne, with more or less sauce. I prefer when the chili is smooth and creamy.
  • Add the chocolate and stir to melt.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning.

How to serve it?

  • Serve piping hot with white rice. I find it the best accompaniment. However, you can prepare bowls with guacamole, rice, grated cheedar cheese, heavy cream or fjord and nachos. You can also prepare a simple green salad for freshness.
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