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spicy ground beef stew

Chili Con Carne

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 chopping board
  • 1 measuring cup
  • 1 can opener

Ingredients
  

  • 500 grams ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 400 grams canned tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 400 grams canned kidney beans drained
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion is translucent.
  • Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned.
  • Stir in the chopped red and green bell peppers and cook for another 5 minutes.
  • Add the canned tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef stock to the pot.
  • Mix in the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the drained kidney beans to the pot and simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
  • Remove the pot from heat and let the chili rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For the best flavor, consider making the chili a day in advance and reheating it before serving, as this allows the spices to fully develop. Adjust the level of spiciness by altering the amount of chili powder according to your taste preference.
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