Chilli Con Carne
DinnerChilli Con Carne is a tasty, spicy dish that provides lots of protein.
Calories475kcal
Carbs34.6g
Protein41g
Fats19.5g
For Exercise DayPerformance Benefits
This recipe is perfect for a recovery meal as it has a good quantity of each macronutrient and is full of antioxidants and nutrients.
Health Benefits
This recipe is rich in fibre, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Chillies contain Vitamin C and Vitamin A and contain an active ingredient called capsaicin which gives peppers their hot taste. Capsaicin has been suggested as a pain reliever for conditions such as arthritis.
Expert Tips
Chilli con Carne is an ideal meal prep recipe as it can be stored in the fridge or freezer and reheats well.
Equipment
- Large Pot or Saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 500 g Ground beef
- 1 Onion (finely diced)
- 3 Red chilli peppers (finely sliced)
- 2 clove Garlic (crushed)
- 2 Bell pepper (chopped)
- 3 tsp Cumin
- 2 tsp Cinnamon
- 1 tbsp Paprika
- 5 Tomatoes (500g, chopped)
- 400 g Kidney beans
- 1 handful Coriander (chopped)
- 1 Lime (juice of 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp Honey
Instructions
- Sauté the onions on medium-high heat for 10 minutes before adding chillies, garlic and peppers.
- Add in meat and spices (cumin, cinnamon and paprika).
- Cook until meat is brown and then add in chopped tomatoes.
- Simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add in the juice of lime and kidney beans and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Add in fresh coriander and honey to taste.
- If you like it spicier, add either cayenne pepper or dried chilli flakes.
- Serve with rice, sour cream, guacamole, strong cheddar and lettuce.
Notes
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 475kcalCarbohydrates: 34.6gProtein: 41gFat: 19.5gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.9gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 507mgPotassium: 1316mgFiber: 13gSugar: 18.1gVitamin A: 520ugVitamin C: 165mgCalcium: 171mgIron: 9.2mg
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