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Easy Chilli Con Carne

Course Main
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6
Author Rafeeda

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 onion minced
  • 2 red bell peppers cut lengthwise
  • 650 gm beef mince washed and drained
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • 500 gm pack crushed tomatoes I used Pomi
  • 2 stock cubes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 400 gm tin red kidney beans drained
  • 400 gm tin sweet corn drained (optional)
  • Coriander leaves for garnish

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large saucepan. Saute the garlic and onion till just wilted.
  • Add the red peppers and saute for a couple of minutes.
  • Add in the mince and cook for a few minutes, breaking it apart with your wooden spoon. Sprinkle in some sugar.
  • As it releases its fat, add in the spice powders and give a good mix.
  • Add in the crushed tomato, stock cubes and tomato paste and give a good mix. Add water if necessary.
  • Cook on low flame till the sauce thickens and the meat is cooked.
  • Add the drained kidney beans and corn, if using, and simmer for a couple of minutes.
  • Adjust seasoning, sprinkle in the coriander leaves and serve hot with rice or bread, or have as it is.

Notes

Adjust on spices to your taste.