Chilli Con Carne Soup
This hearty and flavorful recipe combines tender minced beef with beans, tomatoes, and a touch of chocolate for a rich and savory stew. Infused with aromatic garlic and onion, this dish is simmered to perfection in a fragrant broth, creating a comforting and satisfying meal. Serve this cozy stew topped with fresh herbs, grated cheese, and a sprinkle of black pepper for a delightful treat that will warm you from the inside out.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 small onion , finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves , finely chopped
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 500g lean minced beef
- 410g can pinto or red kidney beans , drained
- 400g cans chopped plum tomatoes
- 700ml/1¼ pints hot chicken stock
- large pinch of crushed dried chillies
- 2 squares of dark chocolate (try Lindt 85%)
- fresh coriander or parsley leaves and some grated gruyère, to serve
Instructions
- Gently fry the onion and garlic in the oil for a couple of minutes until beginning to soften, then add the mince. Raise the heat and cook for 5 minutes, stirring from time to time, until the meat is no longer pink.
- Stir in the beans, tomatoes, stock, chillies, chocolate and plenty of salt and pepper. Bring to the boil, cover and simmer very gently for 1 hour, or longer if you have the time. (You can make it up to a day ahead to this point, then cool and chill.)
- Ladle into mugs or large cups and scatter with herbs, cheese and black pepper. You’ll need spoons to eat it.
Yield
Serves 6
Nutrition
- Calories: 252 calories
- Fat Content: 12 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 5 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 14 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 1 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 4 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 24 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 1.29 milligram of sodium
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