Black Bean Chipotle Chili With Seitan Recipe

Name: Black Bean Chipotle Chili With Seitan Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. canola oil; 1 med yellow onion, diced; 1 x green bell pepper, seeded and diced; 2 x celery stalks, minced; 2 x cloves garlic, chopped; 28 ounce canned crushed tomatoes; 30 ounce canned black beans, liquid removed; 1/2 c. water; 1/4 lb prepared seitan, diced; 1 x chipotle chilies, seeded and chopped up to 2 chilies (see note); 1 Tbsp. chili pwdr; 1 Tbsp. dry parsley; 1 Tbsp. dry oregano; 2 tsp grnd cumin; 1/2 tsp grnd black pepper; 1/2 tsp salt

Servings: persons

1 Tbsp. canola oil
1 med yellow onion, diced
1 x green bell pepper, seeded and diced
2 x celery stalks, minced
2 x cloves garlic, chopped
28 ounce canned crushed tomatoes
30 ounce canned black beans, liquid removed
1/2 c. water
1/4 lb prepared seitan, diced
1 x chipotle chilies, seeded and chopped up to 2 chilies (see note)
1 Tbsp. chili pwdr
1 Tbsp. dry parsley
1 Tbsp. dry oregano
2 tsp grnd cumin
1/2 tsp grnd black pepper
1/2 tsp salt

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VEGAN
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Chipotle chilies give this highly spiced dish a peppery smoky nuance; seitan contributes a faux 'meat' texture.
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Heat oil in large saucepan.
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Add in onion, bell pepper, celery and garlic: saute/fry 5 to 7 min.
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Stir in crushed tomatoes, beans, water, seitan, chipotle chilies and seasonings.
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Cook uncovered over low heat, stirring occasionally, about 25 min.
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Add in water if necessary during cooking.
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Remove chile from heat; let stand 10 min before serving.
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Serve with hot bread and a dollop of low-fat yogurt if you like, Makes 6 servings.
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Note: Chipotle chilies, or possibly smoked jalapenos, are available dry or possibly canned in adobo sauce, a pickling brine of tomato, vinegar and spices.
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To use dry chipotles, stem, seed and toast in a dry cast-iron skillet or possibly on a baking sheet in a 250-degree oven 2 to 3 min.
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Transfer chilies to bowl; cover with warm water.
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Let stand till rehydrated.
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about 20 min.
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Mince or possibly puree with soaking liquid.
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Canned chipotles in adobo sauce can be seeded, and chopped or possibly pureed as desired.

471

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 1 Tbsp. canola oil, 1 med yellow onion, diced, 1 x green bell pepper, seeded and diced, 2 x celery stalks, minced, and more.

Yes, Black Bean Chipotle Chili With Seitan Recipe 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!