Chilli con Carne Tacos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Chilli con Carne Tacos
Description
This recipe starts by browning the lean beef mince in oil, then combining it with prepared chili seasoning, chopped canned tomatoes, drained red kidney beans, chopped jalapeños, and cold water to form a chili con carne mixture. The chili is brought to a boil, then simmered covered for 15-20 minutes to develop flavors and thicken the sauce slightly.
While the chili cooks, taco shells are warmed as directed on the package. The chili is then divided into bowls for serving alongside warmed taco shells and an array of garnishes including shredded iceberg lettuce, diced tomato, grated cheddar cheese, sour cream, and sliced jalapeños. Guests assemble their own tacos to taste.
The beef mince and beans create a hearty, protein-rich filling with a balance of spicy, savory, and fresh elements from the garnishes. Using a pre-made chili seasoning simplifies preparation and provides consistent flavor.
Ingredients
- 450 g extra lean beef mince
- 1 tbsp rapeseed oil
- 1 chili con carne seasoning mix Schwartz brand, sachet
- 400 g canned chopped tomatoes
- 400 g red kidney beans drained & rinsed, in tin
- 1 jalapeno pepper from a jar, 2 tbsp chopped, red or green
- 125 ml water cold
- 12 taco shells
- Taco garnishes
- cheddar cheese grated
- iceberg lettuce shredded
- tomato diced
- sour cream
- jalapeños sliced (from a jar)
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a deep frying pan/wok.
- Fry the mince until browned (about 5 minutes).
- Add the Schwartz Chilli con Carne Recipe Mix contents, tomatoes, kidney beans, jalapenos and water.
- Bring to the boil, stirring.
- Lower heat to a simmer, cover and cook gently for 15 – 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Towards the end of cooking heat up the taco shells according to their instructions.
- Place all the prepared garnishes in bowls ready to serve at the table.
- Once ready divide the Chilli con Carne between 4 bowls and place on serving plates along with 3 tacos each.
- Allow your guests to assemble their own tacos from the Chilli and garnishes.