Quick Beef, Pork & Bean Chilli
with Basmati Rice and Cheese
- Milk
Cosy up this autumn with dishes designed to warm you up from the inside out. Inspired by the classic Mexican spicy stew but on your table much faster, our Quick Beef, Pork & Bean Chilli makes for an easy and delicious dinner.
Ingredients
150 grams
Basmati Rice
240 grams
British Beef and Pork Mince
1 unit(s)
Onion
1 unit(s)
Garlic Clove
1 carton(s)
Red Kidney Beans
30 grams
Mature Cheddar Cheese
(Contains: Milk)
1 sachet(s)
Mexican Style Spice Mix
1 carton(s)
Tomato Passata
10 grams
Beef Stock Paste
Not included in your delivery
150 milliliter(s)
Water for the Sauce
Nutrition Values
Utensils
Cooking Steps
a) Boil a half-full kettle.
b) Pour the boiled water into a large saucepan with 1/4 tsp salt on high heat. Add the rice and cook for 10-12 mins.
c) Once cooked, drain in a sieve and pop back in the pan. Cover with a lid and leave to the side until ready to serve.
a) While the rice cooks, heat a large frying pan on medium-high heat (no oil).
b) Once hot, add the beef and pork mince and fry until browned, 5-6 mins. Use a spoon to break it up as it cooks, then drain and discard any excess fat. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw mince.
a) Meanwhile, halve, peel and chop the onion into small pieces.
b) Peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).
c) Drain and rinse the kidney beans in a sieve. Grate the cheese.
a) Add the onion and garlic to the mince and stir-fry for 3 mins.
b) Stir in the Mexican style spice mix, passata and beef stock paste.
c) Add the kidney beans and water for the sauce (see pantry for amount), then bring to the boil.
a) Lower the heat to medium and simmer until the sauce has thickened, 8-10 mins. Stir occasionally. IMPORTANT: The mince is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.
b) Once thickened, taste the chilli and season with salt and pepper if needed.
c) Add a splash of water if it's a little thick.
a) Fluff up the rice with a fork and share between your bowls.
b) Serve the chilli on top and finish with the grated cheese.
Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Aug 2026- Flavour: A well-spiced, comforting chilli that many found full of flavour; some felt it was a little bland and would benefit from extra seasoning or fresh chilli.
- Ease of prep: Quick and straightforward to put together, making it a reliable choice for busy weeknights.
- Suggestions: Use only half the spice mix if you prefer a milder heat, or add fresh chilli, chipotle paste, or a squeeze of lime for more depth. Frying the onion before the mince, and stirring in a pinch of sugar or a handful of chopped peppers, can also lift the overall flavour.
- Next-day meals: Leftovers keep well and taste even better the following day; the chilli also works nicely served in a jacket potato.
- Accompaniments: Sour cream or crème fraîche alongside the cheese makes a popular finishing touch, and some enjoy serving it with bread to mop up the sauce.
