Monday 15 January 2024

THREE BEAN CHIPOTLE CHILLI

It is positively FREEZING outside and with that definitely the season for soups, stews and other hearty bowls.

This three bean chilli hit the spot perfectly when I made the other weekend - healthy, warming and if you omit the yogurt also totally vegan!

Plus any leftovers make an excellent next day lunch...what is not to love!!

SERVES 3

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 tablespoons olive
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chilli powder 
  • 1 tablespoon chipotle chilli powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt & pepper
  • 1 tube tomato puree
  • 2 red peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped 
  • 3-4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 
  • 1 can butter beans
  • 1 can black beans
  • 1 can kidney beans
  • yogurt, cheddar cheese, avocado & coriander for serving

METHOD
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. 
  • When the oil shimmers, add the onion, garlic, chili powder, chipotle chili powder, paprika, oregano, cumin, cinnamon, cayenne, and a pinch each of salt and pepper. 
  • Cook 5 minutes, until very fragrant. 
  • Stir in the tomato puree, peppers, and carrots. 
  • Cook another 5 minutes. 
  • Pour in 2 cups broth, the tomatoes, Worcestershire sauce, and all 3 cans of beans. 
  • Season with salt and pepper. 
  • Partially cover and simmer over medium-low heat for 1 hour. 
  • If your chili is too thick, add the remaining broth, a little at a time, to thin as desired. 
  • Ladle the chili into bowls. 
  • Top with yogurt, cheese, avocado, coriander and ENJOY! 

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