Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 vegan black bean burgers, crumbled
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) chili (pinto) beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons Emmaline's All Natural Hot Sauce (or to taste)
- Optional toppings: chopped, avocado, vegan sour cream, shreded vegan cheese lime wedges
Instructions:
1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the bell pepper and crumbled vegan black bean burgers, and cook for another 5 minutes, breaking up the burgers into smaller pieces as they cook.
3. Stir in the kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, vegetable broth, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and Emmaline's All Natural Hot Sauce.
4. Bring the chili to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors have melded together.
5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot, topped with your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
Adding Emmaline's All Natural Hot Sauce will give your chili an extra kick of flavor!