Gordon Ramsay Chili Con Carne Recipe

This delicious Gordon Ramsay Chili Con Carne is a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal that’s perfect for a quick dinner or cozy family gathering. Packed with tender beef, a rich tomato base, and warming spices, it’s easy to make with everyday ingredients. Serve it with rice, tortillas, or chips for a comforting and versatile dish!

Ingredients Needed:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 onion, diced
• 1 red capsicum (bell pepper), diced
• 500g beef mince/ground beef
• 3 tbsp tomato paste
• 800g can of crushed tomato
• 420g can red kidney beans, drained (or other beans)
• 2 beef bouillon cubes , crumbled
• 1 1/2 tsp sugar (any type)
• 1/2 – 1 1/2 cups / 125 – 375 ml water
• Salt and pepper

Chili Spice Mix:

• 1 – 2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 4 tsp paprika powder
• 5 tsp cumin powder
• 2 tsp garlic powder (or onion powder)
• 2 tsp onion powder
• 2 tsp oregano

To Serve:

• Rice, corn chips, tortillas
• Sour cream, yogurt, grated cheese, coriander./cilantro

How To Make Chili Con Carne Recipe?

1. Cook the Aromatics: Heat 15ml olive oil in a skillet, add 9g minced garlic and 150g diced onion and cook for 1 minute. Add 150g diced red bell pepper and cook for 2 minutes until soft.
2. Brown the Beef: Add 500g ground beef, break it up, and cook until browned.
3. Add Spices: Stir in the spice mix (5–10g cayenne, 12g paprika, 15g cumin, 6g garlic powder, 6g onion powder, 6g oregano) and cook for 1–2 minutes.
4. Combine and Simmer: Add 45g tomato paste, 800g crushed tomatoes, 420g kidney beans, 2 crumbled bouillon cubes, 7.5g sugar, and 125–375ml water. Stir and simmer: Quick Cook: 20–40 minutes uncovered on medium-low heat or slow Cook: 1.5–2 hours covered on low heat or in a slow cooker for 6–8 hours.
5. Adjust and Serve: Taste, add salt and pepper if needed, and serve over rice, tortillas, or corn chips. Add sour cream, cheese, and coriander if desired.

Recipe Tips:

• Brown the Beef Properly: Cook the beef on high heat and break it apart as it browns. This step adds flavor and prevents the meat from being soggy.
• Use Fresh Spices: Fresh spices will give your chili a bold and rich flavor. Avoid using old spices that may have lost their potency.
• Adjust the Spice Level: Add cayenne pepper gradually to control the heat. You can always add more, but you can’t take it out.
• Simmer for Flavor: Let the chili simmer longer if you have time. The flavors deepen, and the texture becomes richer.
• Taste and Adjust: Always taste before serving. Add more salt, spices, or sugar as needed to balance the flavors perfectly.

How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the chili cool, then put it in a sealed container and keep it in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freeze: Let the chili cool, then store it in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.
• Reheat: Warm the chili in a pot on medium heat, stirring until hot.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 246 kcal
• Total Fat: 11 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Cholesterol: 30 mg
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Potassium: 600 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 18 g
• Dietary Fiber: 5 g
• Sugars: 4 g
• Protein: 20 g

Try More Gordon Ramsay Recipes:

• Gordon Ramsay chilli Con Carne Recipe
• Gordon Ramsay Chicken Parmigiana Recipe
• Gordon Ramsay Chicken Drumsticks Recipe