Chilli & Rice
A hearty and comforting chilli served with fluffy rice. Rich, warming, and endlessly customisable โ a dependable classic for any night of the week.
Ingredients
For the Chilli
- 500g beef mince
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chilli powder
- 400g chopped tomatoes
- 400g kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 tbsp tomato purรฉe
- 200ml beef or chicken stock
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
For the Rice
- 200g long-grain rice
- 400ml water or stock
- Salt, to taste
To Serve
- Fresh coriander (optional)
- Sour cream or yogurt (optional)
- Grated cheese (optional)
Instructions
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Step 1
Cooking Instructions
Build the Chilli Base
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Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
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Step 3
Add the onion and cook until soft.
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Step 4
Stir in the garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and chilli powder.
Brown the Beef
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Step 5
Add the beef mince and cook until browned.
Simmer the Chilli
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Stir in the chopped tomatoes, tomato purรฉe, kidney beans, and stock.
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Step 7
Season with salt and pepper.
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Step 8
Simmer gently for 25โ30 minutes until thick and rich.
Cook the Rice
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Step 9
Rinse the rice under cold water.
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Step 10
Place in a saucepan with the water or stock and salt.
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Step 11
Bring to the boil, cover, and simmer for 12โ15 minutes until tender.
Serve
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Step 12
Spoon the chilli over the rice.
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Step 13
Add any optional toppings and serve hot.
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