Chillies are available fresh, dried (whole, as flakes or ground into chilli powder), preserved in oil (where the heat from the chilli will infuse the oil) or made into condiments such as Tabasco.

Stir in the garlic and mince and cook for 4 minutes. Mix in the tomatoes, tomato purée and chilli powder. Season and simmer for 15 minutes. Add the kidney beans and cook for 2 minutes more.