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Hearty Smoky Black Bean Chili (Quick and Vegan)

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Welcome to Devour Dish! This easy, hearty black bean chili delivers bold, smoky flavor and is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep. It is naturally vegan and high in fiber.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, undrained (for thickness)
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 1 cup frozen corn

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and bell peppers. Cook until softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and cayenne pepper (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, rinsed black beans, undrained black beans, vegetable broth, salt, and pepper. If you are using corn, add it now.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover partially, and let it cook for at least 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. For deeper flavor, simmer for 30 to 40 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.

Notes

  • For a thicker chili, mash about 1/4 cup of the rinsed black beans against the side of the pot before adding the rest of the ingredients, or use an immersion blender briefly on a small portion of the chili.
  • To make this a Beef and Black Bean Chili, brown 1 pound of ground beef before starting step 1. Drain excess fat, then proceed with sautéing the onions and peppers.
  • This chili freezes well. Cool completely before transferring to airtight containers for meal prep.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings like avocado, fresh cilantro, or a squeeze of lime juice.

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