Spice it up!
Spice up your taste buds and warm up your kitchen with our oh-so-easy chili con carne recipe! Whether you’re a student with limited cooking experience or a culinary novice, this dish is sure to win you over with its rich flavors and simple preparation.
Serves: 3/4
Cooking time: 1 hour
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot or skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, and cook until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper, and cook for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Add the diced tomatoes and kidney beans to the pot, along with their juices. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste the chili and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot with optional toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions.
Ingredients
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 pound ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (14 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions
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