This unique vegetable chili combines earthy kidney beans with bright green peppers and celery, simmered slowly in a spicy tomato broth. The addition of beer and crushed cashews creates a rich, creamy texture without any dairy, while a hint of sweetness from raisins balances the heat from green chiles and Tabasco. It’s a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for cold evenings or casual gatherings. Serve it hot, topped with your favorite vegan cheese for a satisfying meal that feels both rustic and refined.
Spicy Vegetable-Cheese Chili
Description
This unique vegetable chili combines earthy kidney beans with bright green peppers and celery, simmered slowly in a spicy tomato broth. The addition of beer and crushed cashews creates a rich, creamy texture without any dairy, while a hint of sweetness from raisins balances the heat from green chiles and Tabasco. It's a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for cold evenings or casual gatherings. Serve it hot, topped with your favorite vegan cheese for a satisfying meal that feels both rustic and refined.Directions
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Heat olive oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat.
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Add celery, green peppers, onion, and garlic; cook covered until vegetables are tender.
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Stir in undrained tomatoes, drained and rinsed kidney beans, raisins, vinegar, chili powder, green chilies, parsley, salt, basil, oregano, cumin, allspice, pepper, Tabasco sauce, and bay leaf.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 1 hour 30 minutes.
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Stir in beer and crushed cashews.
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Return to a boil; simmer uncovered for 30 minutes more, or until chili reaches desired consistency.
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Remove and discard the bay leaf.
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Sprinkle shredded cheese on each serving before eating.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 450kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 18gg28%
- Saturated Fat 2gg10%
- Cholesterol 0mgmg0%
- Sodium 1200mgmg50%
- Total Carbohydrate 55gg19%
- Dietary Fiber 15gg60%
- Sugars 12gg
- Protein 18gg36%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
