Chili Con Carne

Gluten Free
Health score
19%
Chili Con Carne
45 min.
8
601kcal

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Looking for a heartwarming dish that will feed a crowd and please a variety of palates? Look no further than this classic Chili Con Carne! Perfect for lunch or dinner, this robust main course is not only gluten-free, but it also boasts an impressive medley of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With a rich blend of spices and tender ground beef simmered to perfection, this chili is the ultimate comfort food.

Ready in just 45 minutes and serving up to eight people, it’s ideal for family gatherings or cozy nights in with friends. Imagine the aroma of garlic and chili powder filling your kitchen as you create this delicious pot of goodness. The addition of garnishes like shredded Cheddar cheese, fresh green onions, diced tomatoes, and crisp lettuce elevates the dish to new heights, adding texture and freshness that will impress even the most discerning chili enthusiasts.

In this recipe, we focus on the balance of flavors from smoky cumin to the kick of ground red pepper, making it not just another chili but a hearty and flavorful experience. Plus, each bowl packs around 601 calories, ensuring a satisfying meal without compromising on taste. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and let’s get cooking! Your perfect Chili Con Carne awaits!

Ingredients

  • ounce tomato sauce canned
  • servings garnishes: cheddar cheese shredded chopped
  • tablespoons chili powder divided
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • pounds coarsely ground beef 
  • tablespoon ground cumin 
  • teaspoon ground pepper red
  • tablespoons i would have liked to use an version of masa but i couldn't find one at the time of making the tamal 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • cups water 

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook ground beef, in batches, in a large skillet over medium-high heat about 5 minutes, stirring until it crumbles and is no longer pink.
  2. Drain well.
  3. Add garlic, reduce heat to medium, and saut 2 minutes until tender.
  4. Add 6 tablespoons chili powder and 1 tablespoon cumin, stirring to coat meat evenly.
  5. Add tomato sauce and 2 cups water. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 1 hour. Stir 1 tablespoon masa at a time into meat mixture; allowing chili to thicken between additions to desired consistency.
  6. Cook, uncovered, 20 more minutes. Stir in salt, red pepper, and, if desired, paprika. Stir in remaining 1 tablespoon chili powder 5 minutes before serving, and garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories601kcal
Protein25.33%
Fat68.33%
Carbs6.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.38
Glycemic Load
0.86
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
25.866086793982%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.03mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:600.52kcal
30.03%
Fat:45.67g
70.26%
Saturated Fat:19.04g
118.98%
Carbohydrates:9.55g
3.18%
Net Carbohydrates:6.27g
2.28%
Sugar:1.67g
1.85%
Cholesterol:150.77mg
50.26%
Sodium:854.76mg
37.16%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:38.09g
76.17%
Vitamin B12:3.96µg
65.97%
Zinc:8.71mg
58.05%
Vitamin A:2620.56IU
52.41%
Selenium:36.4µg
52%
Phosphorus:449.6mg
44.96%
Vitamin B3:8.74mg
43.69%
Vitamin B6:0.79mg
39.51%
Iron:5.66mg
31.43%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.7%
Calcium:286.91mg
28.69%
Vitamin E:4.1mg
27.34%
Potassium:737.44mg
21.07%
Magnesium:59.29mg
14.82%
Fiber:3.28g
13.12%
Copper:0.24mg
12.23%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.1%
Vitamin K:12.24µg
11.66%
Vitamin B5:1.14mg
11.44%
Vitamin B1:0.17mg
11.33%
Folate:30.94µg
7.74%
Vitamin C:2.75mg
3.33%
Vitamin D:0.35µg
2.33%
Source:My Recipes