# What You Need:
→ Chili
01 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 9 ounces ground beef
05 - 1 tablespoon tomato paste
06 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
07 - 1 teaspoon chili powder
08 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
10 - 14 ounces canned chopped tomatoes
11 - 7 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
→ Fries
13 - 1.3 pounds frozen French fries (or homemade)
14 - Vegetable oil, for frying or baking
→ Topping
15 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
16 - 2 spring onions, thinly sliced
17 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)
18 - Sour cream, for serving (optional)
# How To Make:
01 - Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
02 - Add ground beef to the pan and cook while breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, approximately 5 minutes.
03 - Stir in tomato paste, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and optional cayenne pepper. Cook for 1 minute until aromatic.
04 - Incorporate chopped tomatoes and drained kidney beans. Season with salt and black pepper. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened.
05 - Prepare French fries as per package instructions or preferred method; fry or bake until golden and crisp.
06 - Set oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for finishing.
07 - Place cooked fries on an ovenproof platter or baking sheet. Ladle hot chili evenly over the fries and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
08 - Bake assembled fries for 5 to 7 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
09 - Remove from oven, garnish with sliced spring onions and chopped cilantro or parsley if desired. Serve immediately with sour cream on the side.
