French Lentil and Hominy Chili Recipe

Name: French Lentil and Hominy Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil; 1 small onion, chopped; 3 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped; 1 jalapeno, ribs removed and chopped; 1 yellow bell pepper, diced 1/3 inch; 1 red bell pepper, diced 1/3 inch; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin; 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 cup French lentils, picked through, soaked and rinsed (see Cook's Note); 1 1/2 cups brown ale, such as Turbodog; One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes; One 15-ounce can hominy, drained and rinsed; 1/4 cup cilantro leaves; 1 avocado, diced; 1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled; Lime wedges, optional

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped
1 jalapeno, ribs removed and chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, diced 1/3 inch
1 red bell pepper, diced 1/3 inch
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup French lentils, picked through, soaked and rinsed (see Cook's Note)
1 1/2 cups brown ale, such as Turbodog
One 28-ounce can diced tomatoes
One 15-ounce can hominy, drained and rinsed
1/4 cup cilantro leaves
1 avocado, diced
1/2 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
Lime wedges, optional

1
Heat a large Dutch oven over medium high heat.
2
When it is hot, add the oil and diced onion.
3
Cook for 3 minutes, stirring often with a wooden spoon.
4
Add the garlic, jalapeno, yellow and red peppers and continue to cook, stirring often, for an additional 4 minutes.
5
Add the chili powder, cumin and salt and stir until the mixture is fragrant.
6
Add the lentils, beer, tomatoes and 1 1/4 cup water and stir to combine.
7
Bring to a simmer and reduce the heat to medium low.
8
Cover the pot and simmer for 25 minutes.
9
Uncover the chili and add the hominy.
10
Continue to cook uncovered until the chili has thickened slightly and the lentils are cooked through, about 15 minutes more.
11
Serve topped with the cilantro, avocado and cotija cheese.
12
Finish with a squeeze of lime if desired.

152

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil, 1 small onion, chopped, 3 cloves garlic, peeled and chopped, 1 jalapeno, ribs removed and chopped, and more.

Yes, French Lentil and Hominy 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!

French Lentil and Hominy Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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