Chili con carne with ground turkey

8 servings

55 minutes

Chili con carne is one of the most iconic dishes of Mexican cuisine, combining the rich flavor of spices, the tenderness of turkey, and the richness of tomatoes with beans. Historically, this dish emerged as a simple yet nutritious meal for cowboys and has gained popularity worldwide over time. In this version with ground turkey, it becomes lighter while maintaining depth of flavor through a blend of chili, paprika, and oregano. The dish is perfect for cozy family dinners or friendly gatherings, and its warming taste with a hint of spiciness makes it especially appealing on cool evenings. Served hot, it pairs excellently with fresh tortillas or crusty bread. It’s true Mexican passion on a plate that brings warmth and richness to anyone who decides to try it.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 196.7
• Proteins: 16.4g
• Fats: 7.1g
• Carbohydrates: 16g

Ingredients

• Olive oil: 1.5 tsp
• Ground turkey: 450 g
• Onion: 1 head
• Water: 2 glass
• Chopped tomatoes in their own juice: 800 g
• Canned red beans: 400 g
• Garlic: 4 clove
• Ground chili pepper: 2 tbsp
• Paprika: 0.5 tsp
• Dried oregano: 0.5 tsp
• Ground cayenne pepper: 0.5 tsp
• Freshly ground black pepper: 0.5 tsp
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 1.5 teaspoon

2. Put the minced meat there and fry until it turns brown. Stir the minced meat constantly while frying.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground turkey: 450 g

3. Add finely chopped onion and cook until it becomes soft.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head

4. Add water, tomatoes, beans, minced garlic and mix.

   Required ingredients:

   • Water: 2 glasss
   • Chopped tomatoes in their own juice: 800 g
   • Canned red beans: 400 g
   • Garlic: 4 cloves

5. Add all the spices and mix thoroughly. Salt to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ground chili pepper: 2 tablespoons
   • Paprika: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Dried oregano: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Ground cayenne pepper: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Freshly ground black pepper: 0.5 teaspoon
   • Salt:  to taste

6. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to minimum and simmer for 30 minutes. Stir the dish constantly while simmering.