Vegetarian Chili Frito Pie Recipe

Name: Vegetarian Chili Frito Pie
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 cup Water; 1/2 cups Bulgur Wheat; 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 Large Onion, Chopped; 3 cloves Garlic, Minced; 1 Tablespoon Chili Powder; 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin; 1 Tablespoon Tabasco Or Other Hot Pepper Sauce, Or 1/4 Teaspoon Cayenne Powder; 2 Red Or Green Bell Peppers, Chopped; 1 can (28 Oz. Size) Chopped Tomatoes, Undrained; 2 cups Fresh Or Frozen Cut Corn; 1 can (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed; 1 can (15 Oz. Size) Red Kidney Beans, Drained And Rinsed (I Use Small Red Beans); Salt To Taste; Frito Corn Chips, To Serve; Optional Accompaniments, Such As Sour Cream, Pico De Gallo, Shredded Cheese, Chopped Cilantro, And Diced Avocado

Servings: persons

1-1/2 cup Water
1/2 cups Bulgur Wheat
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Large Onion, Chopped
3 cloves Garlic, Minced
1 Tablespoon Chili Powder
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
1 Tablespoon Tabasco Or Other Hot Pepper Sauce, Or 1/4 Teaspoon Cayenne Powder
2 Red Or Green Bell Peppers, Chopped
1 can (28 Oz. Size) Chopped Tomatoes, Undrained
2 cups Fresh Or Frozen Cut Corn
1 can (15 Oz. Size) Black Beans, Drained And Rinsed
1 can (15 Oz. Size) Red Kidney Beans, Drained And Rinsed (I Use Small Red Beans)
Salt To Taste
Frito Corn Chips, To Serve
Optional Accompaniments, Such As Sour Cream, Pico De Gallo, Shredded Cheese, Chopped Cilantro, And Diced Avocado

1
Place water in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low, add bulgur, stir well, cover and simmer gently until cooked but still chewy (about 5-7 minutes).
2
While the bulgur is cooking, heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Saute onions until slightly soft (about 2-3 minutes). Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, and Tabasco or cayenne. Cook for another 1-2 minutes. Add bell peppers and saute for 2-3 minutes.
3
Reduce heat to low. Add tomatoes with their juice, corn, and beans; stir well. Cover and cook for about 15 minutes, or until fully heated.
4
Add bulgur and its liquid to chili. Stir well, cover, and let simmer for a few minutes to allow flavors to meld together. Add salt to taste.
5
Put desired amount of Frito corn chips in a bowl and cover with chili. Top with sour cream, cilantro, avocado, cheese, and pico de gallo, if desired.

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: 1-1/2 cup Water, 1/2 cups Bulgur Wheat, 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil, 1 Large Onion, Chopped, and more.

Yes, Vegetarian Chili Frito Pie 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 Chili Frito Pie

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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