Smoky Black Bean & Corn Vegetarian Chili Recipe
This hearty Black Bean and Corn Chili is a warm and flavorful dish that combines rich spices with the earthy goodness of beans and sweet corn. The blend of cumin, oregano, and chili powder creates a fragrant aroma that will have your kitchen smelling delightful as it simmers on the stove. Topped with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this chili is perfect for cozy nights in or for sharing with loved ones at a gathering.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp canola oil
- 2 medium onions, chopped
- 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1/4 cup chili powder
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 (28 oz.) can whole tomatoes (including juices)
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo, chopped
- 2 tsp adobo sauce (from chipotle pepper can)
- 3 cups low-salt vegetable broth
- 3 (15 oz. each) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 bag (16 oz.) frozen corn kernels (no need to defrost)
- Sour cream
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Heat canola oil in a large, heavy pot set over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until tender and light brown, about 10 minutes. Add cumin and oregano. Stir for 30 seconds, then add garlic cloves. Stir for an additional 30 seconds. Increase heat to medium-high. Add chili powder, bay leaves, cocoa powder, salt, and cinnamon. Chop tomatoes and add to the pot, along with the juices. Mix in tomato paste, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove and discard bay leaves.
- Add black beans and frozen corn kernels to the chili. Simmer for an additional 20 minutes.
- Ladle chili into bowl, and serve with sour cream and chopped cilantro.
Cook Time
1H
Prep Time
PT20M
Yield
Serves 8
Nutrition
- Calories: 207 kcal
- Carbohydrate Content: 37 g
- Protein Content: 11 g
- Fat Content: 3 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1 g
- Sodium Content: 1838 mg
- Fiber Content: 13 g
- Sugar Content: 5 g
- Serving Size: 1 serving
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