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Hairy Bikers Chilli Con Carne hearty bowl on white napkin with glass of water
Thomas Baker

Hairy Bikers Chilli Con Carne - Simple and Irresistible

Rich, meaty, and slow-simmered with red wine and spices, this chilli con carne is hearty, flavour-packed comfort in a bowl, perfect for a satisfying dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 367

Ingredients
  

  • 4 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2½ lbs lean ground beef
  • ⅔ cup red wine
  • 2 beef bouillon cubes
  • 2 x 16 oz cans chopped tomatoes
  • 1 x 12 oz can tomato paste
  • 2 garlic cloves, crushed
  • 2 tbsp dried parsley
  • 2½ tsp basil
  • 2½ tsp chili powder
  • 1½ tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cayenne
  • ½ tsp oregano
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • 1 x 15 oz can kidney beans
  • 12 drops hot sauce
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 3 tbsp cornmeal
  • ½ cup water

Method
 

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add chopped onion and green bell pepper; sauté until softened.
  3. Add crushed garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add lean ground beef; cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  5. Pour in red wine, stirring to deglaze the pot.
  6. Crumble in beef bouillon cubes and stir until dissolved.
  7. Add chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, dried parsley, basil, chili powder, paprika, cayenne, oregano, salt and pepper.
  8. Mix well and bring to a simmer.
  9. Reduce heat to low, cover and let simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  10. After 1 hour, add the kidney beans and hot sauce; stir to combine.
  11. In a small bowl, mix flour and cornmeal with water to form a smooth slurry.
  12. Stir slurry into the pot to thicken the chilli.
  13. Continue simmering for the remaining time until thick and flavorful.
  14. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  15. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Serve with rice, crusty bread, or over baked potatoes. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and freeze beautifully for up to 3 months.