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Black Bean Chili with Cilantro

Name: Black Bean Chili with Cilantro
Prep time: 30 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1/4 cup dry sherry; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 cups chopped onion; 1/2 cup chopped celery; 1/2 cup chopped carrots; 1/2 cup seeded and chopped red bell pepper; 4 cups cooked black beans; 2 cups chicken stock; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 cup chopped tomatoes; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 4 teaspoons chili powder, or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; Grated onion; Grated Monterey jack cheese; Yogurt, for garnish

7 Ratings

1 Reviews

Prep 30 min
Total 1 hr 30 min
Servings 6

This black bean chili is sweet with a nice spice, a perfect blend of flavors.

By TBSP Eric

Updated October 10, 2014

Ingredients

1/4 cup dry sherry
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup chopped carrots
1/2 cup seeded and chopped red bell pepper
4 cups cooked black beans
2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
4 teaspoons chili powder, or to taste
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Grated onion
Grated Monterey jack cheese
Yogurt, for garnish

Steps

1

In a large, heavy pot, heat sherry and oil over medium heat and sauté onions until soft but not browned.
2

Add celery, carrot, and bell pepper and sauté 5 minutes, stirring frequently
3

Add remaining ingredients, except garnishes, and bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour covered. Chili should be thick, with all water absorbed. Garnish with grated onion, cheese, and a dollop of yogurt.