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Vegan Black Bean Chili Recipe

Vegan Black Bean Chili Recipe
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A hearty and flavorful Vegan Black Bean Chili packed with protein-rich black beans, tender red lentils, and smoky chipotles, perfect for a comforting and nutritious meal that’s both gluten-free and vegan.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Legumes

  • 1 red onion, diced
  • 5 cloves garlic, minced
  • (3) 15-ounce cans black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup uncooked split red lentils

Liquids and Sauces

  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • (2) 15-ounce cans tomato sauce
  • 2–3 cups vegetable broth
  • juice of 1 lime

Spices and Seasonings

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 teaspoons diced chipotles in adobo
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Fresh cracked pepper, to taste

Garnishes

  • Fritos
  • Vegan sour cream
  • Fresh chopped cilantro
  • Sliced jalapeno

Instructions

  1. Prepare Aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced red onion along with a large pinch of salt and pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently until the onion is softened and translucent.
  2. Add Spices and Garlic: Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and sugar. Cook for another minute, stirring frequently to release the aroma of the spices while preventing the garlic from burning.
  3. Add Beans, Lentils, and Tomatoes: Mix in diced tomatoes, diced chipotles in adobo, drained black beans, and uncooked red lentils. Add a large pinch of salt and pepper to season.
  4. Add Tomato Sauce and Broth: Pour in the tomato sauce and 2 cups of vegetable broth. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  5. Simmer the Chili: Cover the pot, turn heat to medium-high, and bring the chili to a simmer. Once simmering, reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 5-7 minutes or until lentils are tender, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking. Add remaining 1 cup of broth if desired to adjust consistency.
  6. Finish with Lime and Seasoning: Stir in the juice of one lime and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Ladle chili into bowls and garnish with Fritos, vegan sour cream, fresh chopped cilantro, and sliced jalapenos for a flavorful finish.

Notes

  • Do not let the chili simmer for too long; 5-7 minutes is sufficient for lentils to become tender without turning mushy, though longer simmering will thicken the chili.
  • Stir the chili every minute or so while simmering to prevent black beans and lentils from sticking to the bottom and to promote even cooking.
  • This chili is vegan, gluten-free, and packed with fiber and protein, making it suitable for most dietary needs except low-fiber diets.
  • Adjust the amount of chipotles in adobo to control the heat level according to your preference.

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