Chilli beef with spicy macadamias
A crunchy, spicy macadamia topping gives this simple chilli a distinctive lift. Easy to share, it’s perfect for both casual gatherings and cosy nights in.
Servings 6 people
Course Main Course
Chilli
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic crushed
- 500 g beef mince
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 2 teaspoons cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon chilli powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 400 g can crushed tomatoes
- 400 g can kidney beans drained and rinsed
Spiced macadamia topping
- ¾ cup macadamias roughly chopped
- ½ teaspoon oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 fresh chilli chopped
- 4-5 sprigs of fresh oregano plus ¼ cup of leaves
To serve
- Corn chips and sour cream
For the chilli
For the chilli, heat the oil in a large heavy skillet over a medium high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Turn heat to high and add the beef mince, browning and breaking up as it cooks for 5-10 minutes. Lower heat to medium and stir in the tomato paste. Add oregano and spices and season with salt and cracked black pepper and continue to cook for 1-2 minutes. Add the canned tomatoes and a half can of water and stir to combine. Allow to come to a steady simmer, reduce heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes to an hour, stirring occasionally. Add the drained kidney beans and simmer for 10 minutes.
For the spiced macadamias
For the spiced macadamias, preheat oven to 180°C. Line a baking tray with baking paper. Place the macadamias in a bowl and add oil, salt, paprika, chilli and oregano sprigs and leaves and stir to combine. Place on the prepared tray and bake for 7 minutes, until golden. Remove from oven and cool before serving.