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The Best Vegan Chili Recipe Recipe

The Best Vegan Chili Recipe

A hearty and flavorful vegan chili that's perfect for a cozy night in. Packed with beans and spices, it's both nutritious and delicious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Ingredients
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic finely minced
  • 1 green pepper chopped
  • 1 medium carrot grated
  • 5-6 medium diced fresh tomatoes or use 1 (20 oz) can
  • 5 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 4 cups cooked beans e.g. kidney beans, black beans, pinto beans, or 1 cup of each
  • 2 tsp coconut sugar or sub brown sugar or any other sweetener like maple syrup
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ¾ tsp salt or less if you use vegetable broth
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ tsp smoked paprika
  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1-2 hot red chili peppers I used 1, my partner prefers 2
  • 2 tsp oil of choice for frying

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

  1. In a large pan or pot over medium heat, add in the oil. Sauté the onion and pepper for about 5 minutes, add the garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Mix in the tomatoes and sauté for another 3 to 5 minutes.
  3. Now add all remaining ingredients, increase the heat and simmer for about 30 minutes or longer, stirring occasionally. Add more water or vegetable broth if the chili gets too thick.
  4. Recommended step: Pour about 1 to 1 1/2 cups of the chili into a different pot. Blend this part using an immersion blender until smooth. You can also blend it in a regular blender. Pour the blended chili back into the large pot and stir to combine.
  5. Serve with rice, pasta, potatoes or flatbread. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Notes

This vegan chili is versatile and can be customized with your favorite beans and spices. It's perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 5 days. Freezes well too.