Jamies Chilli Con Carne

Warm, hearty, and bursting with bold flavors, Jamie's Chilli Con Carne is the ultimate comfort food for spice lovers. This crowd-pleasing recipe blends tender ground beef with a medley of vibrant vegetables, smoky spices, and a hint of rich dark chocolate for a unique depth of flavor. Slow-simmered to perfection, it features wholesome staples like kidney and black beans, making it both satisfying and packed with protein. Finished with a fresh squeeze of lime and aromatic coriander, this chili can be served over fluffy steamed rice or enjoyed on its own for an irresistible family dinner. Perfect for cozy nights or easy meal prep, Jamie's Chilli Con Carne is the flavorful, protein-packed recipe your table has been waiting for.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 1 large red chili
• 1 large carrot
• 1 large celery stalk
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 500 grams ground beef
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 400 grams canned chopped tomatoes
• 1 cup beef stock
• 400 grams cooked kidney beans
• 400 grams cooked black beans
• 20 grams dark chocolate
• 1 handful fresh coriander leaves
• 0 to taste salt
• 0 to taste black pepper
• 1 large lime
• 0 to serve steamed rice

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion, garlic, and red chili. Grate the carrot and finely chop the celery and red bell pepper.

Step 3

Add the onion, garlic, chili, carrot, celery, and bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 5–7 minutes until softened, stirring regularly.

Step 4

Add the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, and cook until browned, about 8–10 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the ground cumin, cinnamon, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste and stir well to coat the beef and vegetables.

Step 7

Pour in the canned chopped tomatoes and beef stock, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Cover the pot partially with the lid and let it simmer on low heat for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

After 45 minutes, stir in the kidney beans and black beans. Let the chili cook for another 20 minutes uncovered, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 10

Break the dark chocolate into pieces and stir it into the chili until melted and fully incorporated.

Step 11

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and black pepper as needed.

Step 12

Serve the chili hot, topped with fresh coriander leaves and a squeeze of lime. Pair with steamed rice or enjoy it on its own.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2792.2 grams (2792.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3074

Total Fat 131.30g	168%
Saturated Fat 45.00g	225%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 333mg	111%
Sodium 4233mg	184%
Total Carbohydrate 321.50g	117%
Dietary Fiber 82.90g	296%
Total Sugars 49.20g
Protein 175.50g	351%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 609mg	47%
Iron 40mg	224%
Potassium 6924mg	147%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.3%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 40.6%