Chilli con Carne

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A hearty and flavorful dish featuring beef mince, onions, garlic, and a blend of spices, served with corn cakes or nachos.
Prep Time10 minutes
Active Time30 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Family Secret Recipes, Mexican, Nanny, Nanny Bev
Yield: 4
Author: Nanny Bev

Materials

Main Ingredients

  • 500 g good quality beef mince
  • 1 large onion, sliced
  • 2 coarse garlic, crushed
  • 60 ml oil
  • 2 tbsp Mexican chilli powder
  • 1 tsp cumin powder
  • 400 g chopped tomatoes from a can
  • 400 g beans (red kidney etc.) from a can
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Saute onions and garlic until light golden.
  • Brown mince, turning constantly.
  • Add tomatoes and cook for 20 minutes.
  • Add chilli powder and cumin, stir well.
  • Add beans and heat through.
  • Add tomato paste at the end of cooking.

Notes

Serve with corn cakes or nachos. Garnish with cheese, avocado, and salsa. Cooking temperature should be medium heat.

A hearty and flavorful dish featuring beef mince, onions, garlic, and a blend of spices, served with corn cakes or nachos.

Notes: Serve with corn cakes or nachos. Garnish with cheese, avocado, and salsa. Cooking temperature should be medium heat.