Orange Black Bean Chili Recipe

Name: Orange Black Bean Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil; 1 onion, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 red bell pepper, chopped; 1 poblano pepper, seeded and chopped; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 3 teaspoons cumin; 3 teaspoons chili powder; 1 orange, zest and juice; 1 (12 1/3 ounce) package tofu, extra firm (can use Silken); 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes; ½ cup water; 1 ounce dark chocolate, chopped; 1 cup frozen corn

Servings: persons

1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
1 onion, chopped
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 poblano pepper, seeded and chopped
1 teaspoon cinnamon
3 teaspoons cumin
3 teaspoons chili powder
1 orange, zest and juice
1 (12 1/3 ounce) package tofu, extra firm (can use Silken)
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
½ cup water
1 ounce dark chocolate, chopped
1 cup frozen corn

1
Heat oil over medium-high heat.
2
Saute onion 5 minutes.
3
Add garlic, peppers, spices, and orange zest.
4
Stir together.
5
Add tofu and break apart.
6
Add tomatoes, water, beans, and juice of orange.
7
Turn heat down below medium.
8
Let flavors combine, about 15 minutes.
9
Add dark chocolate and frozen corn and cook until everything is heated through.
10
Ladle into bowls.
11
Can Add sour cream when serving.
12
Great the next day!
13
Let flavors meld over night.
14
can be Frozen or refrigerated.
15
Enjoy!

446

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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 ½ tablespoons olive oil, 1 onion, chopped, 4 garlic cloves, crushed, 1 red bell pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Orange 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!

Orange Black Bean Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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