Dinner · Tex-Mex

Beef Chilli Con Carne

A warming bowl of beef, beans and smoky spices.

Prep15 min
Cook40 min
Total55 min
Serves4

Ingredients

Serves4

Metric and US measurements are approximate conversions; ingredient densities vary. Double-check temperatures and cooking times when changing portions.

Method

1

Cook onion and pepper in a large pan for 6 minutes. Add garlic for 1 minute.

2

Add beef mince and brown thoroughly, breaking it up with a spoon.

3

Stir in spices and tomato purée, then add chopped tomatoes and water.

4

Simmer gently for 25 minutes, adding a splash of water if it gets dry.

5

Add kidney beans and cook 8 more minutes. Taste and serve with rice or jacket potatoes.

Food safety: ensure poultry is fully cooked, handle raw meat separately, and check packaging for allergens. Times are estimates and ovens vary.