Tri-Vegetarian Chili

20 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried red kidney beans
  • 1 cup dried great northern beans
  • 1 cup dried black turtle beans
  • 2 dried guajillo peppers
  • 2 dried chipotle peppers
  • 2 dried ancho chili peppers
  • 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 orange bell pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 teaspoon powdered cumin
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon low sodium soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce, optional

Directions

  1. 1
    The night before, add all the dried beans to a large bowl and cover with cold water. Allow to soak overnight. Drain the beans and set aside.
  2. 2
    Add the dried chili peppers in a small pot over medium heat and cover with water. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. 3
    Transfer the chilies to a food processor with ? cup of the cooking liquid and pulse. Set aside.
  4. 4
    Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onions and garlic and cook until softened.
  5. 5
    Combine cumin, oregano, cinnamon and salt. Add to pot and stir for 30 seconds.
  6. 6
    Transfer to a slow cooker. Add pureed chilies, crushed tomatoes, beans, vegetable broth, and soy sauce. Stir to combine.
  7. 7
    For some added heat, add a teaspoon of your favorite hot sauce.
  8. 8
    Cover and cook on high for 3 to 4 hours. Season with salt and pepper if needed.
  9. 9
    Top with shredded cheese or sour cream, if desired.

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