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gordon ramsay chilli recipe

Gordon Ramsay Chili Recipe

Gordon Ramsay's Chili recipe is a fusion of flavor and warmth that you'll find both pleasing and straightforward.
You’ll appreciate the combo of quality beef mince, spices, and delicious aromatics like onion and garlic, along with a special twist of cinnamon and bay leaf.
A key tip for this recipe is to sweat the onions, garlic, and chilies properly to enhance the depth of flavor. This small step makes a huge difference!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 15 minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Oil
  • 1 Onion chopped
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 Red Chili chopped
  • 1 tsp Thyme dried
  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • 1 can Tomatoes 32 oz.
  • 1 can Kidney Beans 16 oz.
  • 1 stick Cinnamon
  • 1 Bay Leaf
  • 2 tsp Cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
  • Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped chili, and dried thyme.
  • Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
  • In a separate pan, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
  • Make sure not to overcrowd the pan to get a nice brown color.
  • Combine the cooked onion mixture with the browned beef in the large saucepan.
  • Stir in the canned tomatoes, kidney beans, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf.
  • Add cumin, salt, and pepper to the saucepan.
  • Let everything simmer together for 30-40 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
  • Before serving, remove the cinnamon stick and bay leaf.
  • Adjust seasoning if needed and enjoy your chili with your choice of sides!