Easy Pinoy Style Chili Con Carne

You can either use ground pork or ground beef. What i used here is ground pork. The original Chili Con Carne is beef but you may use whichever is available.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups (15 ounces each) red kidney beans or small red beans, drained
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 large onions, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 kilos ground beef or pork
• 1 can (14.5 ounces) tomatoes or 5 fresh riped tomatoes, sliced
• 2 teaspoons finely chopped red chili pepper (siling labuyo)
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoon tomato paste, optional
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, 1 tablespoon patis or fish sauce (Filipino Style of Seasoning)
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin seed powder
• dash of ground black pepper

*cumin seed is the secret spice for Chili Con Carne's unique taste.

Procedure:

1. Prepare beans by pre-boiling in water for at least 15 minutes or until tender. Drain.
2. In a large skillet, saute the onion, garlic, pepper, and ground beef/pork in oil. Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, peppers, and seasonings. Cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours, adding a little water if needed to keep from sticking. Check and stir frequently.
3. Add the cooked or canned beans and heat through. Correct taste according to your own preference.
4. Easy A? =)