Black Bean Chili Recipe

Name: Black Bean Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cup black beans, soak over nite; 4 cup water or broth; 1 small bell pepper, chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 rib celery, chopped; 2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped; 1 medium carrot, chopped; 1 tbsp minced garlic; 2 small chilies, chopped; 1/2 cup beer, i use dark beer; 2 tbsp white wine vinegar; 1 tsp cumim; 1/2 tbsp cayenne pepper; 2 tbsp chili powder; 1 chopped scallions; 1 sour cream for garnish

Servings: persons

2 cup black beans, soak over nite
4 cup water or broth
1 small bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 rib celery, chopped
2 tomatoes, peeled and chopped
1 medium carrot, chopped
1 tbsp minced garlic
2 small chilies, chopped
1/2 cup beer, i use dark beer
2 tbsp white wine vinegar
1 tsp cumim
1/2 tbsp cayenne pepper
2 tbsp chili powder
1 chopped scallions
1 sour cream for garnish

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recipe was based on recipe from cookbook 'Inter Courses' by martha hopkins and randall lockridge
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rinse then drain soaked beans
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combine beans with water in large pot
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bring to boil over medium heat
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add the vegetables, seasonings, beer, vinegar to the beans
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simmer covered for 1.5- 2 hours until beans are tender
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garnish with sour cream and chives
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serve with rice, corn bread or tortilla chips
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maybe made nonveg by adding 1 lb of meat your choice
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may also be cooked in a slow cooker for 5 hours, just increase water to 5 cups.

256

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cup black beans, soak over nite, 4 cup water or broth, 1 small bell pepper, chopped, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Black Bean Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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