Easy Pumpkin Chilli Recipe

Cosy, hearty and satisfying chilli is a perfect Autumn and Winter meal. This delicious and easy-to-make Chili Recipe is a crowd-pleaser. Packed with flavourful ingredients like beef or turkey, kidney beans, and a blend of spices, this chili is a perfect comfort food option for any occasion. Follow this step-by-step instructions to whip up this savory dish that pairs perfectly with a variety of sides. Enjoy a bowl of homemade chili that will warm your stomach and heart :)

Ingredients:

• 2 cloves of garlic
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 500 grams of beef or turkey mince
• 1 can kidney beans, drained
• 2 fresh peppers
• 1 can black beans, drained
• 1 can chopped tomatoes
• 1 can pumpkin purée
• 5 tbsp tomato paste
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 cups water
• Salt to taste

1. Mince the 2 cloves of garlic.
2. Add the minced garlic and olive oil to a large pot and fry for a couple of minutes, continuously stirring (do not let the garlic burn).
3. Add the 500 grams of beef/turkey mince and continue to cook until the meat is browned and cooked through.
4. Drain a can of kidney beans and a can of black beans, and add them to the pot.
5. Chop the 2 peppers and add them to the pot.
6. Add a can of chopped tomatoes (with juices), pumpkin purée, 5 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tbsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and salt to the pot. Mix everything well to combine, and then add 2 cups of water. Mix again.
7. Simmer the chili for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste the chili and add salt if needed.

This chili recipe pairs well with various sides, including chips, rice, bread, or pearl barley. I  also serve it with garlic yogurt sauce and a green salad.

Enjoy, Adriana x