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Bean and Bacon Chilli

Discover a kid-approved Bean & Bacon Chilli that’s rich, smoky, and full of flavour. Quick, budget-friendly, and packed with protein and fibre, it’s perfect for cozy family meals, Taco Tuesdays, and freezer-friendly dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Dinner
Servings 12 Tacos

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 2 red onions diced
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 200 g smoked streaky bacon chopped
  • 1.5 tbsp each: smoked paprika cumin, coriander
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp tomato purée
  • 2 carrots diced
  • 2 sweet potatoes diced
  • 2 tins black beans
  • 2 tins chopped tomatoes
  • 400 ml stock
  • Optional: chilli flakes

Instructions
 

  • Soften onions in oil. Add garlic.
  • Add bacon, tomato purée & spices. Cook until fragrant.
  • Add everything else. Simmer 40 mins until thick and soft.
  • For tacos:
  • Fill tortillas with chilli + grated cheese, fold and fry until golden. Serve with avocado & pickled onions.
  • Storage: Fridge: 3 days or freeze for 3 months.
  • Serving suggestion: Serve with rice, guacamole, salsa and sour cream.
Keyword Bean Chilli, Beans, Christmas Dinner, Tacos
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