You won't miss the meat in this Instant Pot Vegan Chipotle Chili! Load it up with your favourite toppings and enjoy a hearty bowl of warm spicy vegetarian chili, or serve it stuffed into a baked sweet potato. Easy instructions for slow cooker and stovetop, too.
114 oz (398 ml) cankidney beans,drained and rinsed
114 oz (398 ml) canblack beans,drained and rinsed
½cupgreen lentils,rinsed and picked over
128 oz (796 ml) canfire-roasted diced tomatoeswith the liquid from the can
114 oz can (398 ml)stewed tomatoes,or diced tomatoes
2oz chipotle peppers in adobo sauce,finely diced, from a 7 oz (200 ml) can
1teaspoonhot smoked paprika,optional
1teaspoonblack pepper,freshly ground
1teaspoonsea salt
Optional Toppings
finely chopped red onion, green onion, fresh cilantro or parsley, diced avocado, vegan cheese, crumbled tortilla chips, lime slices
Instructions
Instant Pot Chili Instructions
Press the "Sauté" button on the Instant Pot. Add oil. When hot, add onion and red pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally until onion has softened. Add the garlic and cook one minute more. Press Cancel. Add all remaining ingredients to the pot (except the toppings, of course.) Close the lid and turn the valve to the "Sealing" position. Now press the "Manual" button and adjust the time down from 30 to 12. When it has cooked for 12 minutes, use the quick release. Taste, add extra seasoning if you like, then serve in bowls (or on top of cooked sweet potatoes) and add your favourite toppings.
Slow Cooker Chili Instructions
Sauté onion and red pepper in a skillet on the stove top for 5 minutes until onion has softened. Add the garlic and cook one minute more. Transfer the onions, red pepper and garlic to the bowl of a slow cooker. Add all remaining ingredients and cook on high for 3 - 4 hours or on low for 6-8 hours. Serve with your favourite toppings.
Stove Top Chili Instructions
Heat oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven. Add onion and red pepper and sauté for 5 minutes or until onions are tender. Add garlic and cook one minute more. Add remaining ingredients and stir. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 25 - 35 minutes or until lentils are soft. Adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve with your favourite toppings.
Notes
Refrigerate leftovers promptly and use within 3 to 4 days. Freeze in airtight containers for longer storage.