Chili, or chilli, is commonly used as a short name for the dish chili con carne, which means chili with meat.
Chilli is a spicy stew made from meat - typically, but not always, beef, and there are vegetarian options, such as five bean chilli and those made with vegetarian protein options - chilli peppers and tomatoes. Chicken and pork are also used.
The precise recipe for chilli does depend on the area, and does vary. Beans are a common ingredient, even in non-vegetarian recipes, with red kidney beans being popular. Other ingredients include spices, such as cumin, and garlic and onion, but others can be used, and there are many personal recipes for the dish.
As well as being made from scratch, chilli can also be purchased pre-made, and tinned. It can also be used in other dishes, such as in chilli burgers and chilli dogs.
Chilli can be as hot as you want it to be, from essentially unspiced to dangerous to eat. It is commonly served with nachos and rice, and cheese is a popular topping.
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