Vegan Chili Con "Carne" Recipe Recipe

Name: Vegan Chili Con "Carne" Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup dried black beans; 1/2 cup dried pinto beans; 1/2 cup dried navy beans; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1/2 a green or red bell pepper, chopped; 1 garlic clove, minced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried sage; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; A pinch of cayenne; 1/2 cup uncooked lentils (black, brown, or crimson are all fine here, just not red); 1 cup dried, beef-style TVP granules; 1 (6-ounce) can salt-free tomato paste; 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste); Freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 cup dried black beans
1/2 cup dried pinto beans
1/2 cup dried navy beans
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 onion, finely chopped
1/2 a green or red bell pepper, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried oregano
A pinch of cayenne
1/2 cup uncooked lentils (black, brown, or crimson are all fine here, just not red)
1 cup dried, beef-style TVP granules
1 (6-ounce) can salt-free tomato paste
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Freshly ground black pepper

1
Combine the black beans, pinto beans, and navy beans in a mixing bowl.
2
Rinse and drain the beans, then cover with a generous amount of water.
3
Let the beans soak for several hours or overnight.
4
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
5
When the oil is hot, add the onion and bell pepper and saute until the onion is translucent and soft, about 5 minutes.
6
Add the garlic, cumin, paprika, thyme, sage, oregano, and cayenne and saute, stirring constantly, for another 2 minutes, or until the garlic is soft and the spices are fragrant.
7
Scrape the onion and spice mixture into the insert of a medium-size (2.5 to 3 quarts) slow cooker.
8
Drain the dry beans and add them to the slow cooker along with the lentils, , and tomato paste.
9
Add 5 cups of boiling water and stir until everything is combined and there are no lumps of tomato paste.
10
Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 5 hours or on low for 8 hours, until the beans are tender.
11
If you are around, give the chili a stir or two during the day to ensure even cooking.
12
When the chili is done, stir in the salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.

385

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup dried black beans, 1/2 cup dried pinto beans, 1/2 cup dried navy beans, 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Vegan Chili Con "Carne" 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.

Vegan Chili Con "Carne" Recipe

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