Budget chilli con carne
A cheap and cheerful chilli con carne recipe that's not just a student staple, it's great for families, too. This is designed to be a low cost recipe. This chilli can be made in advance and frozen, just leave to cool completely and pop in a freezer-proof container. It will keep in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Ingredients
- Olive Oil15 ml
- garlic clove2 კბილი
- chili flakes1 ჩაის-კოვზი
- Broth200 ml
- Dried mixed herbs2 ჩაის-კოვზი
Instructions
5 steps- 1
Heat a large saucepan over a medium heat. Add the olive oil and, once hot, fry the onion with a pinch of salt for 5 minutes, or until soft and translucent. Once soft, add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
- 2
Add the mince, along with a good pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until there are no raw bits of meat. Add the chilli flakes, tomatoes, stock and dried mixed herbs. Stir to mix well and bring to a simmer.
- 3
Pour in the drained kidney beans and simmer gently for 30 minutes, or until the chilli con carne is thickened and rich. Taste and adjust the seasoning as necessary.
- 4
Meanwhile, cook the rice according to the packet instructions.
- 5
Serve the chilli con carne on top of the rice with a spoonful or two of yoghurt on top of each portion.
Nutrition
1 serving ≈ 350 g
Nutrition values are estimates. - means data is unavailable.
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