Vegetarian Black Bean Chili Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Black Bean Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 c. black beans; 1 bay leaf; 3 Tbsp. corn oil; 3 medium onions, diced; 2 Tbsp. ground cumin; cayenne pepper to taste; 1 Tbsp. ground coriander; 4 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 to 3 Tbsp. chili powder; 1 1/2 lb. chopped canned tomatoes; 1 Tbsp. rice wine vinegar; 1 Tbsp. brown sugar; 4 Tbsp. chopped cilantro

Servings: persons

2 c. black beans
1 bay leaf
3 Tbsp. corn oil
3 medium onions, diced
2 Tbsp. ground cumin
cayenne pepper to taste
1 Tbsp. ground coriander
4 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 tsp. salt
2 to 3 Tbsp. chili powder
1 1/2 lb. chopped canned tomatoes
1 Tbsp. rice wine vinegar
1 Tbsp. brown sugar
4 Tbsp. chopped cilantro

1
Sort and clean beans.
2
Soak beans overnight.
3
Drain, cover with few inches fresh water.
4
Bring to boil with bay leaf.
5
Cook until beans are done.
6
Heat oil in large skillet; saute onion until soft.
7
Add cumin, cayenne pepper, coriander, garlic, salt and chili pepper.
8
Cook 5 minutes, add tomatoes in juice.
9
Simmer 15 minutes.
10
Add beans.
11
Season to taste with vinegar, brown sugar and cilantro.
12
Serve with grated cheese or sour cream.

418

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 c. black beans, 1 bay leaf, 3 Tbsp. corn oil, 3 medium onions, diced, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian 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!

Vegetarian Black Bean Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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