60 mins
1-6 people

Easy Chilli Con Carne

A classic, hearty chilli con carne packed with beef, peppers, kidney beans, and warming spices.

Easy Chilli Con Carne

Ingredients

4
1
2
3
4
5
6
0.3-
0.3-
0.5-
0.3tbsp
0.3tbsp (heaped)
0.3tsp
0.3tsp
125g
0.3-
0.3-
0.1tsp
0.3tsp
0.5tbsp
103g
50g

Method

Step 1

Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft.

Step 2

Add garlic, red pepper, chilli powder, paprika, and cumin. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring.

Step 3

Increase the heat, add the minced beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.

Step 4

Crumble in the beef stock cube, add chopped tomatoes, marjoram, sugar, and tomato purée. Season well.

Step 5

Bring to a boil, reduce to a gentle simmer, cover and cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Add drained kidney beans, return to boil, then simmer uncovered for 10 minutes.

Step 7

Check seasoning. Remove from heat, cover and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.