Spicy Chilli Con Carne Slow Cooked

This Spicy Chilli Con Carne recipe is a great one to double the mince on so you can re-purpose the leftovers into tacos, burrito bowls, pies or even served on a baked potato.

I love my slow cooker and use it all year round.  The joy in having dinner done when we all get home after a long day is just the best.   My new slow cooker has the ability to sear on the stove which is great for quick preparation.

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp coconut oil
• 1 large brown onion, diced
• 1-2 chorizo sausages, diced
• 500g beef mince
• 2-3 garlic cloves, minced (Use a Microplane and grate straight over the pot)
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 2 tsp Chipotle powder
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 & 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika (if you like it hot and smokey then use Smoked Paprika, otherwise Sweet Paprika provides a sweeter flavour to calm down the heat).
• 400g can of diced tomatoes
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Method:

• Heat coconut oil in bottom of slow cooker and sear onions for about 5 minutes.  Place sliced chorizo into pan and brown.
• Place mince into slow cooker and stir, breaking it apart to ensure it is browned all over.
• Add garlic and spices and stir for 1 minute to release the aromas.
• Pour in the diced tomatoes and balsamic vinegar and stir to combine.
• Cook on medium for 4-5 hours or on low for 6-7 hours.
• Serve your Chilli Con Carne in a bowl topped with sour cream or yoghurt, some coriander leaves and a side of jalapenos if you’re game.