Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Chilli con Carne Meatballs is made with beef mince, sweet potato, black beans, cherry tomatoes, red chilli, and cumin. This recipe creates a vibrant, smoky dish with Mexican-inspired flavors cooked entirely in the air fryer. It takes about 43 minutes to prepare and serves 2.
Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Chilli con Carne Meatballs Ingredients
- 1 sweet potato (250g)
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 x 400g tin of black beans (with juice)
- 2 tsp cumin seeds
- 1 fresh red chilli
- ½ a bunch of coriander (15g)
- 250g beef mince
- 1 lime
- 200g ripe cherry tomatoes
- Chipotle chilli sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Sea salt and black pepper
How To Make Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Chilli con Carne Meatballs
- Prep Sweet Potato: Chop sweet potato into chunks, toss with paprika, oil, salt, and pepper.
- Start Air Fryer Base: Add black beans and 1 tsp cumin to drawer base; add shelf and cook sweet potatoes on top at 180ºC for 15 mins.
- Form Meatballs: Finely chop chilli and most coriander; mix with mince, remaining cumin, lime zest, salt, and pepper. Shape into 10 balls.
- Air Fry Meatballs: Add meatballs and tomatoes to the drawer; cook at 180ºC for 10 mins, shaking halfway.
- Finish Beans: Remove shelf, mash half the beans, mix in lime juice and chilli sauce.
- Assemble and Serve: Plate mashed beans, top with meatballs, sweet potato, and tomatoes. Garnish with coriander leaves and lime wedges.
Recipe Tips
- Mash Beans Partially: For a creamy texture with some whole beans remaining.
- Adjust Heat: Deseed chilli or reduce chipotle for a milder dish.
- Air Fryer Tip: Shake contents halfway through cooking for even browning.
- Lime Boost: Add zest to meatballs and juice to beans for depth.
- Make it a Meal: Serve with rice or flatbread if feeding a crowd.
What To Serve With Chilli con Carne Meatballs
These flavorful meatballs pair well with warm tortillas, a simple green salad, or avocado slices. A glass of cold beer or lime-infused water complements the smoky heat.
How To Store Chilli con Carne Meatballs
Refrigerate:
Store leftovers in airtight containers in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer or microwave.
Freeze:
Meatballs can be frozen raw or cooked. Defrost thoroughly before reheating or air frying.
Chilli con Carne Meatballs Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 462
- Total Fat: 14.6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.9g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Sugar: 10.1g
- Protein: 39.7g
- Sodium: 1.5g
- Fibre: 18g
FAQs
Can I use turkey mince instead of beef?
Yes, but the flavor will be lighter; consider boosting seasoning.
What if I don’t have chipotle sauce?
Use any smoky chilli sauce or hot sauce you have on hand.
Can I make this vegetarian?
Yes, use plant-based mince and omit meat; add more beans or lentils.
Do I need to remove the air fryer shelf?
Yes, to stir and mash the beans properly and serve the dish.
How spicy is this?
Moderately spicy—adjust fresh chilli and sauce to your taste.
Jamie Oliver Air Fryer Chilli con Carne Meatballs
Course: DinnerCuisine: Mexican-InspiredDifficulty: Easy2
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kcalJuicy beef meatballs infused with chilli and lime, served over smoky mashed black beans with roasted sweet potato and cherry tomatoes.
Ingredients
1 sweet potato (250g), chopped
2 tsp smoked paprika
1 x 400g tin black beans (with juice)
2 tsp cumin seeds
1 fresh red chilli
½ bunch coriander (15g)
250g beef mince
1 lime
200g cherry tomatoes
Chipotle chilli sauce
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper
Directions
- Toss chopped sweet potato with paprika, oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add beans and 1 tsp cumin to air fryer drawer base; top with sweet potato on shelf and cook at 180°C for 15 minutes.
- Mix chilli, coriander, mince, cumin, lime zest, salt, and pepper; shape into 10 meatballs.
- Add meatballs and tomatoes to drawer, cook at 180°C for 10 minutes.
- Remove shelf, mash half the beans, mix in lime juice and chilli sauce.
- Plate beans, top with meatballs, sweet potato, and tomatoes.
- Garnish with coriander and lime wedges; serve with extra sauce.
Notes
- Mash beans only partially for best texture.
- Adjust chilli levels for spice control.
- Meatballs can be prepped and frozen raw.
- Shake air fryer contents mid-cooking for even results.