Fiery Vegetarian Chili Delight
If you're looking for a hearty and delicious vegetarian chili that brings the heat, look no further! This Fiery Vegetarian Chili Delight is a scrumptious blend of tender beans, vibrant vegetables, and a symphony of spicy flavors. With roasted tomatoes and earthy spices, each spoonful over a bed of brown rice is sure to satisfy your cravings for warmth and spice. Perfect for batch cooking, this chili can be enjoyed over several days or shared with friends at gatherings. Don't forget to wear gloves while handling those fiery peppers!
10
Servings
N/A
Calories
18
Ingredients
Ingredients
Petite diced tomatoes
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can (canned)
Ro-Tel extra hot diced tomatoes and green chilies
1 (10 ounce) can (canned)
Tomato paste
2 tablespoons (none)
Chicken or vegetable broth
1 (14 ounce) can (canned)
Black beans
1 (16 ounce) can (rinsed and drained)
Navy beans
1 (16 ounce) can (rinsed and drained)
Red onion
1/2 medium (diced)
Green pepper
1 medium (diced)
Portobello mushroom
1 large (diced)
Fresh jalapeno
1 (minced)
Fresh habanero
1 (minced)
Cayenne powder
1 tablespoon (none)
Chili powder
2 tablespoons (none)
Garlic granules
1 teaspoon (none)
Cumin
1 teaspoon (none)
Salt
to taste (none)
Black pepper
to taste (none)
Crushed red pepper flakes
1 pinch (none)
Instructions
1
Begin by preparing your vegetables: finely dice the red onion, green pepper, and portobello mushroom.
2
Add the diced vegetables to the crock pot.
3
Pour in the petite diced tomatoes, extra hot Ro-Tel tomatoes with green chilies, and your choice of chicken or vegetable broth.
4
Add the black beans and navy beans after rinsing and draining them.
5
Sprinkle in the cayenne powder, chili powder, garlic granules, cumin, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes for an explosion of flavor.
6
Finally, mince the jalapeno and habanero peppers and carefully add them to the mix. If you prefer a milder chili, feel free to reduce or omit the hot peppers.
7
Stir all the ingredients together until evenly combined.
8
Cover the crock pot with its lid and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 7-8 hours, letting those flavors meld beautifully.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fiery Vegetarian Chili Delight?
It is a hearty vegetarian chili made with a blend of black beans, navy beans, portobello mushrooms, and vibrant vegetables, seasoned with intense spices.
Is this chili recipe spicy?
Yes, it is very spicy as it includes jalapeno, habanero, cayenne powder, and extra hot Ro-Tel tomatoes.
How long does it take to cook in a crock pot?
You can cook it on high for 4 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours.
What beans are used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for one 16-ounce can of black beans and one 16-ounce can of navy beans.
Can I make this chili vegan?
Yes, simply ensure you use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth to make the recipe fully vegan.
Is this recipe gluten-free?
Yes, the ingredients listed are naturally gluten-free; however, always check the labels on your canned broth and tomatoes.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 10 servings.
What should I serve this chili with?
It is recommended to serve this chili over a bed of brown rice.
Do I need to wear gloves when preparing this?
Yes, it is highly recommended to wear gloves while handling and mincing the jalapeno and habanero peppers to avoid skin irritation.
What kind of mushrooms are included?
The recipe uses one large diced portobello mushroom to add a meaty texture.
Can I reduce the heat level?
Yes, if you prefer a milder chili, you can reduce or omit the jalapeno, habanero, and crushed red pepper flakes.
What type of tomatoes are required?
You will need one can of petite diced tomatoes and one can of Ro-Tel extra hot diced tomatoes with green chilies.
Should the beans be drained?
Yes, both the black beans and navy beans should be rinsed and drained before being added to the crock pot.
What vegetables need to be diced?
You should finely dice the red onion, green pepper, and portobello mushroom.
Is tomato paste used in this chili?
Yes, two tablespoons of tomato paste are added to help thicken the chili and enrich the flavor.
What spices provide the flavor profile?
The flavor comes from cayenne powder, chili powder, garlic granules, cumin, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.
What kind of onion is best for this recipe?
The recipe specifically calls for half of a medium red onion, diced.
How much broth is needed?
The recipe requires one 14-ounce can of chicken or vegetable broth.
Can this be prepared for meal prep?
Yes, it is perfect for batch cooking and can be enjoyed over several days.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to prepare the vegetables by finely dicing the red onion, green pepper, and portobello mushroom.
Is there a specific way to prepare the hot peppers?
The jalapeno and habanero peppers should be minced carefully before adding them to the mix.
Can I use fresh tomatoes instead of canned?
You can, but you may need to adjust the liquid levels and cooking time to achieve the same consistency as the canned versions.
What size can of Ro-Tel is used?
The recipe uses a 10-ounce can of Ro-Tel extra hot diced tomatoes and green chilies.
Is this chili considered healthy?
Yes, it is tagged as a healthy recipe due to the high fiber content from beans and the variety of vegetables.
What can I substitute for navy beans?
Great Northern beans or Cannellini beans make excellent substitutes for navy beans.
How much chili powder is used?
The recipe calls for two tablespoons of chili powder.
Does the recipe use garlic cloves?
No, it uses one teaspoon of garlic granules for easier distribution in the slow cooker.
Can I cook this on the stovetop?
While designed for a crock pot, you could simmer it in a large pot on the stove over low heat for 1 to 2 hours.
How much cumin is in the recipe?
One teaspoon of cumin is used to provide an earthy flavor.
What is the texture of this chili?
It is a thick and chunky chili thanks to the beans, diced vegetables, and the addition of tomato paste.