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Quick Chilli Con Carne

Quick Chilli Con Carne

with Basmati Rice, Cheese and Soured Cream
4.5(712)
Michael Steadman
Michael SteadmanUpdated on October 22, 2023
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Calories
859 kcal
Protein
46.1g protein
Total
20 minutes
Difficulty
Medium
Allergens:
  • Milk
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

150

Basmati Rice

1

Ground Cumin

240

British Beef Mince

75

Soured Cream

(Contains: Milk)

1

Red Kidney Beans

2

Mexican Style Spice Mix

1

Finely Chopped Tomatoes with Onion and Garlic

1

Beef Stock Paste

30

Mature Cheddar Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

Not included in your delivery

150

Water for the Sauce

Energy (kcal)859 kcal
Energy (kJ)3593 kJ
Fat33.1 g
of which saturates16.2 g
Carbohydrate86 g
of which sugars13.4 g
Protein46.1 g
Salt4.9 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Sieve
Medium Saucepan
Kettle
Grill Pan
Grater
Bowl

Instructions

Cook the Rice
1

a) Boil a full kettle.
b) When boiling, pour into a large saucepan with 1/4 tsp salt on high heat. Add the rice and ground cumin 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.

Fry the Beef
2

a) Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of oil in a frying pan on high heat.
b) When the oil is hot, add the beef mince and cook until browned, 4-5 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.

Prep the Beans
3

a) Meanwhile, drain and rinse the kidney beans in a sieve.

Simmer and Spice
4

a) Stir the Mexican style spice mix, chopped tomatoes and beef stock powder into the beef.
b) Add the kidney beans and water for the sauce (see ingredients for amount) and bring to the boil.
c) Lower the heat to medium and simmer until the sauce has thickened, stirring occasionally, 8-10 mins. IMPORTANT: The mince is cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

Say Cheese
5

a) Meanwhile, grate the cheese.

Serve
6

a) Once cooked, season the chilli with salt and pepper to taste.
b) Share the rice between your bowls and spoon the chilli on top.
c) Finish with a sprinkle of cheese and a dollop of soured cream.
Enjoy!

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