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Black Bean Chili with Peanut Butter

A hearty and flavorful chili combining black beans, tomatoes, and a touch of peanut butter for richness. Perfect for a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients
  

Canned Goods

  • 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (or fire-roasted) with juice
  • 30 ounces black beans 2 (15-ounce) cans or 3 cups cooked, drained, rinsed

Spices and Herbs

  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 2 bay leaves bay leaves
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Nut Butters

  • 0.33 cup smooth peanut butter or sunflower seed butter, almond or cashew butter

Seasonings

  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • to taste Fresh lime juice

Garnish

  • for garnish Chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions
 

  • Place diced tomatoes, garlic, bay leaves, and water in a saucepan; simmer over medium-high heat.
  • Stir in cayenne, chili powder, garlic powder, oregano, and thyme; simmer covered for 15 minutes.
  • Add black beans; simmer covered for 5 minutes; remove bay leaves.
  • Stir in peanut butter until fully dissolved; cook until warmed through.
  • Season with salt and black pepper; serve garnished with cilantro.

Notes

Adjust seasoning to taste and serve with lime and cilantro for added freshness.
Keyword Black Beans, Chili, Vegetarian