How To Make Turkey Chilli

SERVES 4–6. You can use fresh chillies in this recipe if you wish. Personally, I would exchange the chilli flakes for a small green and red chilli, chopped finely.

1. Step 1:

   Heat the oil in a frying pan and fry the onion for 2–3 minutes, then add the celery and courgette.

2. Step 2:

   Stir in the tomato purée and add the meat. Cook gently until the turkey has changed colour. If your pan isn’t large enough to continue cooking the chilli, then transfer the mixture to a large saucepan.

3. Step 3:

   Add the chilli flakes, red wine and garlic, then stir in the tomatoes or passata. Bring to the boil, then turn down the heat to simmering and stir in the red lentils. Season with salt to taste.

4. Step 4:

   Cover and simmer gently for 45 minutes. Stir in the drained kidney beans and cook for 10 more minutes.

5. Step 5:

   Leave to settle for a few minutes before serving.