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Vegetarian Chili Recipe

This vegetarian chili is a hearty and flavorful blend of fresh vegetables, savory beans, and warm spices, making it a comforting dish perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion finely chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper seeds removed, diced
  • 2 carrots finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 jalapeño seeds removed, finely minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 28-ounce can fire-roasted tomatoes
  • 1 15.5-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15.5-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15.5-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 3 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • Shredded cheddar cheese sour cream, and fresh cilantro for serving

Method
 

  1. In a large pot, warm the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, red bell pepper, and carrots. Sauté these vegetables, stirring frequently, until they become tender, roughly 7 to 9 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and finely chopped jalapeño, cooking until their aroma becomes fragrant, about 1 minute.
  2. Incorporate the tomato paste, stirring to coat the vegetables evenly. Add the black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans, followed by the fire-roasted tomatoes, vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Season generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low, allowing the chili to simmer. Stir occasionally, letting the flavors blend and the mixture thicken for around 30 minutes.
  3. Ladle the chili into bowls and garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and fresh cilantro leaves before serving.

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