Spicy Chipotle Veggie Chili

Materials

For the Chili Base:

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 large onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1 green bell pepper, chopped

1 red bell pepper, chopped

2 tablespoons chili powder

1 tablespoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon ground coriander

1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes

1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained

4 cups vegetable broth

1 (7 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained

1 (7 ounce) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped

For Serving:

Avocado, sliced

Sour cream

Shredded cheddar cheese

Fresh cilantro

Tortilla chips

Production Steps

Preparing the Chili Base:

1. Sauté the Aromatics:Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

2. Build the Flavor:Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, coriander, cayenne, cloves, and cinnamon. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.

3. Add Wet Ingredients:Pour in crushed tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, vegetable broth, green chilies, and chipotle peppers. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 1 hour, or up to 3 hours for a richer flavor.

Serving:

1. Taste and Adjust:Before serving, taste the chili and adjust seasonings as needed.

2. Serve:Ladle chili into bowls and top with avocado, sour cream, cheddar cheese, cilantro, and tortilla chips.

Tips for a Better Chili

For a thicker chili, mash some of the beans with a potato masher before adding them to the pot.

To add depth of flavor, roast the chili powder, cumin, and coriander in a dry skillet over low heat before using.

For a smoky flavor, char the onions and peppers on a grill before chopping and adding to the chili.

To make the chili vegetarian or vegan, ensure that the vegetable broth and any other ingredients used are also vegetarian or vegan.

By following these steps, you can create a delicious and flavorful spicy chipotle veggie chili that will satisfy your taste buds.