Classic Beef Chili

Name: Classic Beef Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 600 g Ground beef; 2 tins (400 g each) Kidney beans, drained; 2 tins (400 g each) Chopped tomatoes; 1 large Onion, diced; 4 cloves Garlic, minced; 2 tbsp Chili powder; 1 tbsp Ground cumin; 1 tsp Smoked paprika; 1 cup Beef stock; 1 tbsp Olive oil

Made with: ground beef, kidney beans, tomatoes

A deeply savoury, gently spiced chili loaded with tender beef and beans. It only gets better as it simmers, making it perfect for feeding a crowd.

Prep15 min

Cook45 min

Serves6

LevelEasy

Spicy

Ingredients

Ground beef600 g
Kidney beans, drained2 tins (400 g each)
Chopped tomatoes2 tins (400 g each)
Onion, diced1 large
Garlic, minced4 cloves
Chili powder2 tbsp
Ground cumin1 tbsp
Smoked paprika1 tsp
Beef stock1 cup
Olive oil1 tbsp

Substitutions

ground beef → ground turkey or plant mince
kidney beans → black beans or pinto beans
beef stock → vegetable stock

Instructions

1Heat the olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft, then add the garlic for another minute.
2Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until well browned, about 8 minutes. Drain off excess fat if needed.
3Stir in the chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
4Add the chopped tomatoes, kidney beans, and beef stock. Season with salt and pepper and stir well.
5Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook uncovered for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and rich.
6Taste and adjust the seasoning and spice level.
7Serve hot with sour cream, grated cheese, and fresh cilantro, or over rice.

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