Description
This Authentic Chili Con Carne recipe delivers a rich, hearty, and thick chili made with seasoned ground beef, a blend of spices, and plenty of beans. Slow-simmered on the stovetop, it combines robust flavors and a spicy kick from jalapeños, making it perfect comfort food for any day.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cups chopped onion
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeno, finely chopped
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 2-3 tsp kosher salt, divided use
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3/4 cup chili powder (blend of spices, not ground red chile)
- 156 mL tomato paste
- 2 19-oz cans black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 19-oz cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups diced tomato
- 3 cups water
Instructions
- Cook onions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and cook until they become golden and soft, about 20 minutes.
- Add aromatics: Stir in the minced garlic and finely chopped jalapeño. Cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Brown the beef: Add the ground beef to the pot, season with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Cook the beef while breaking it apart with a spoon until it is no longer pink inside.
- Add tomato paste: Stir in the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes until it darkens slightly.
- Add remaining ingredients: Pour in the black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, remaining salt (1-2 tsp), and water. Bring the mixture to a boil.
- Simmer the chili: Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the chili simmer gently for at least 30 minutes, preferably longer, to develop flavors and thicken the chili.
- Serve: Once thickened and flavorful, serve the chili hot as a hearty main dish.
Notes
- This recipe produces a thick, hearty, and authentic chili con carne with a spicy kick.
- Simmering longer than 30 minutes enhances flavor and texture.
- Adjust chili powder and jalapeño for desired spice level.
- Serve with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or diced onions if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 579
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 1694 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 20 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 81 mg
