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Smoky three bean chili recipe topped with sourcream and cheese, and tortilla chips

Cozy Three Bean Chili Recipe

Author: By The Forkful
338kcal
5 from 1 vote
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Prep 5 minutes
Cook 30 minutes
Total 5 minutes
This cozy three bean chili recipe is the perfect fuss-free one-pot family dinner - it's rich in protein and fiber, vegan-friendly, and absolutely delicious.
Servings 6 portions
Course Beans
Cuisine Mexican

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 red onion diced
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion salt
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle paste (optional)
  • 400 g tin of black beans drained and rinsed
  • 400 g tin of pinto beans drained and rinsed
  • 400 g tin of kidney beans drained and rinsed
  • 400 g tin of chopped tomatoes
  • 300 ml vegetable stock
  • 10 g cilantro stems removed and chopped, leaves reserved for garnish

Method

  1. Heat your oil in a pan and add the onion. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until the onions begin to soften, then add the garlic and cook for another minute.
    2 tablespoon olive oil, 1 red onion, 2 garlic cloves
  2. Add the tomato paste, chipotle paste (if using), and seasonings, and cook them into the onions for 2-3 minutes, until the herbs and tomato paste are fragrant.
    1 tablespoon tomato paste, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder, 0.5 teaspoon onion salt, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon chipotle paste, Salt and pepper
  3. Add the black beans, pinto beans, and kidney beans, and the chopped tomatoes, the chopped cilantro stems, and stock. 
    400 g tin of black beans, 400 g tin of pinto beans, 400 g tin of kidney beans, 400 g tin of chopped tomatoes, 300 ml vegetable stock, 10 g cilantro
  4. Stir everything together and leave your three-bean chili to simmer for 15 - 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Taste and adjust your seasoning as needed.
  5. Serve with your preferred toppings and sides!

Nutrition

Serving1gCalories338kcalCarbohydrates55gProtein19gFat6gSaturated Fat1gPolyunsaturated Fat1gMonounsaturated Fat4gSodium514mgPotassium1008mgFiber18gSugar4gVitamin A579IUVitamin C10mgCalcium101mgIron6mg

Notes

This chili stores really well - in fact, it tastes better after a day or two.
  • Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4-5 days.
  • Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight and reheat on the stove or in the microwave. If it thickens too much on reheating, just stir in a splash of water or stock to loosen it up.

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