How to Make Vegan Chorizo Chili - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chili is a comforting classic that’s perfect for a cozy night in or for feeding a crowd. This vegan chorizo chili recipe is a delicious and hearty take on the traditional dish, using plant-based chorizo and an array of flavorful ingredients to create a dish that’s bursting with smoky, spicy, and savory flavors. Whether you’re a vegan or just looking to incorporate more plant-based meals into your diet, this recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves a good bowl of chili.

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • ½ white onion, finely chopped
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, minced, or to taste
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 dash adobo seasoning sauce (such as Frontera® Chipotle Pepper Adobo) (Optional)
  • 12 ounces soy chorizo (such as Trader Joe's®)
  • 2 (16 ounce) cans tri-bean blend, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, with juice
  • 1 (14 ounce) can vegetable stock
  • 1 sweet potato, peeled and diced

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add bell pepper, onion, and jalapeno pepper. Cook and stir until softened, about 6 minutes. Add garlic, cumin, chili powder, garlic salt, and adobo sauce. Stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  • Add soy chorizo to the pan and break it up with a wooden spoon until crumbled, about 2 minutes. Add beans, tomatoes, vegetable stock, and sweet potatoes. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes soften and flavors meld, 45 to 60 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    517 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Sodium: 2721mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 65g
    • Dietary Fiber: 17g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 28g
    • Vitamin C: 44mg
    • Calcium: 50mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 279mg