Description
A flavorful fusion dish that combines the bold flavors of Korean cuisine with the comfort of a classic chili con carne. This Korean Chile Con Carne recipe features a spicy and savory chili base packed with ground beef, beans, and Korean chili paste, topped with traditional garnishes for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Chili
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 large onion (diced)
- 4 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 pound ground beef (or ground pork)
- 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 tablespoon gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Additional Ingredients
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 green onions (sliced, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
- fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Saute Aromatics: Heat sesame oil and olive oil in a large pot. Cook onion until softened, then add garlic.
- Cook Meat: Add ground beef, cook until browned.
- Season: Stir in gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cumin, and smoked paprika.
- Add Ingredients: Mix in beans, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Simmer for 25-30 minutes.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust as needed.
- Serve: Garnish with green onions, sesame seeds, and cilantro.
Notes
- This chili can be customized with additional toppings like kimchi for extra flavor.
- Pair with steamed rice or cornbread for a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop, Simmering
- Cuisine: Fusion, Korean-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 810 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 9 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
