Chickpea and ground beef chili

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A quick, protein-rich meal with very little preparation. Combining lean ground beef, chickpeas and a ready-made lentil or chili sauce gives you a hearty meal in under 10 minutes. Ideal for busy days or for making in large batches for meal prep.

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a pan or in the Instant Pot, breaking it up as it cooks.
  2. Rinse the chickpeas under cold water and drain well.
  3. Add the chickpeas and the pouch of sauce to the beef.
  4. Stir everything together and heat until piping hot.
  5. If you like, simmer gently for a few more minutes to let the flavors combine.

Ingredients

For 4 servings, you’ll need:

  • 500 g lean ground beef
  • 800 g chickpeas (480 g drained; tip: buy a large can)
  • 1 pouch of HAK Lentil Curry or HAK Chili Sin Carne

Tips

  • Perfect for meal prep. Make 8 servings at once and you’ll have two meals a week in the freezer for a whole month.
  • Vegetarian mince or extra lentils also work well in place of the meat.
  • Add extra vegetables if you like, such as spinach, bell pepper or zucchini.
  • Serve with rice, quinoa or a wholegrain wrap if you want a larger meal.
  • For more protein, add an extra can of lentils or beans.