Texas beef chilli
A thick, smoky, beefy chilli made without beans, rich with dried chillies and spice.
- Time2 hr 30
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.69 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat half the oil in a heavy casserole over a high heat. Brown the beef in 3 batches for 5 minutes each and set aside.
15 min - 2
Add the rest of the oil and cook the onions for 8 minutes until soft. Stir in the garlic for 1 minute.
9 min - 3
Add the chilli powder, cumin, paprika, oregano and purée and stir for 1 minute.
- 4
Return the beef with the tomatoes, stock and sugar. Bring to a simmer.
- 5
Cover and cook on a low heat for 2 hours, stirring now and then, until the beef is tender and the sauce is thick.
120 min - 6
Season and serve with rice, soured cream and cheddar.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.