The Best Vegetarian Bean Chili Recipe

Name: The Best Vegetarian Bean Chili Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 110 min
Total time: 125 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 3 whole sweet dried chilies like Costeño, New Mexico, or Choricero, stems and seeds removed; 2 small hot dried chilies like Arbol or Cascabel, stems and seeds removed (optional); 3 whole rich fruity dried chilies like Ancho, Mulatto, Negro, or Pasilla, stems and seeds removed; 1 quart water; 2 whole chipotle chilies in adobo sauce with 2 tablespoons sauce from can; 2 (14-ounce) cans chickpeas; 1 (28-ounce) can whole tomatoes packed in juice; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 large onion, finely diced; 3 cloves garlic, grated on a microplane grater; 1 1/2 tablespoons cumin; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 teaspoon marmite or vegemite; 2 (14-ounce) cans dark red kidney beans, drained, liquid reserved separately; 2 tablespoons vodka or bourbon; Kosher salt; 2 to 3 tablespoons masa

Prep Time

15m

Cook Time

1h 50m

Total Time

2h 5m

This vegetarian bean chili is rich and flavorful, featuring a blend of dried and hot chilies, chickpeas, and kidney beans. With a touch of soy sauce and a splash of bourbon, this hearty dish is sure to satisfy. A touch of masa adds a perfect thickness to this comforting meal.