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.
1
Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.
- Olive oil: 1.5 teaspoon
2
Put the minced meat there and fry until it turns brown. Stir the minced meat constantly while frying.
- Turkey mince: 450 g
3
Add finely chopped onion and cook until it becomes soft.
- Onion: 1 head
4
Add water, tomatoes, beans, minced garlic and mix.
- Water: 2 glasss
- Chopped tomatoes in their own juice: 800 g
- Canned red kidney beans: 400 g
- Garlic: 4 cloves
5
Add all the spices and mix thoroughly. Salt to taste.
- Chili powder: 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.