Chili Con Carne is known simply as chili in the US. This version has a secret ingredient to give it a richer flavor. Delicious served with Tomato Rice.
In a large pot, heat vegetable oil. Sauté onion, garlic, and jalapeno peppers until tender.
Add ground beef and cook until lightly brown.
Add chili seasoning, paprika, cumin, basil, and pepper.
Stir in kidney beans, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce.
Bring to a boil, add sugar, salt, and chocolate. Reduce heat and let simmer for 30 minutes. If it gets too thick, add ½ cup water.
For Tomato Rice
In a pot, add olive oil. Sauté onions and garlic until soft. Add cumin and rice, stir to mix well with onions and garlic, about 2 minutes.
Pour in diced tomatoes and water. Bring to a boil, add green peas and salt. Reduce heat and let it simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until all water is absorbed.
Turn heat down to the lowest setting and leave pot on stove for another 5 minutes. Turn off heat, remove pot. Let sit for 10 minutes.