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Personally, I feel, chili is also very similar to an Indian curry made with beans. The ingredients used are pretty similar and so are the flavors. Chili recipes are an appetizing one-pot meal that’s perfect for meal prep, busy weekdays, weeknight dinners, or simply when you are in need of a hearty meal to warm you up inside out. This delicious chili will warm up your soul not just on cold winter nights. Enjoy it all year through. This is totally my kind of dish - easy preparation with wonderful depth of flavor! I love making a variety of chili recipes but this one is special. If you too love a chili recipe, check out Italian Chili and Yellow Peas Chili! Instant Pot recipes are so popular that I have created a separate category for them on the blog so that you can find all the recipes in one place. Some of the recipes I never thought I could make in it are Carrot Halwa, Mexican Rice, Arachuvitta Sambhar, and Beetroot Rasam Rice! Tomatoes - You can use canned or fresh tomatoes. If using canned, both crushed or diced tomatoes would do. Tomato puree or paste can also be used. Spices and herbs - Chili seasoning, turmeric powder, cumin powder, smoked paprika, Mexican oregano, and cilantro are used to give it an authentic flavor. You can also add Chipotle seasoning. Other aromatics - red or white onions, garlic, and green chillies (or jalapenos/serrano peppers) are used in this vegan chili recipe. Cheese - Use a vegan Mexican cheese blend for this recipe. Cheddar, Monterey, parmesan, Mozzarella, or pepper jack cheese can also be used. Vegan sour cream gives it a creamy texture, and red wine vinegar and lemon juice help balance the flavors. Besides these ingredients, you will also need an Instant Pot to make this recipe.
What toppings go well with chili
Here are some options that I have tried and loved.
Diced tomatoes Sliced avocado Chopped red onions Sliced scallions Crushed tortilla chips Shredded Cheddar cheese Crumbled vegan queso fresco Sliced jalapeño Chopped fresh cilantro A dollop of vegan sour cream
Best Sides for Chili
Serve this healthy Vegetarian Black Eyed Peas Chili with some toasted bread, or flatbread, or pair it with a bowl of steamed rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice. You can even enjoy it as a hearty soup if you want to cut down on your carb intake. Some other obvious choices are cornbread, scones, or breadsticks. Mexican food like Quesadillas, Tacos, Tostadas, Mexican rice, or Nachos also pairs well with this black-eyed peas chili. If you are looking for some lighter options, serve this meatless chili with salads like Mushroom Pasta Salad, Cucumber Salad, Cherub Tomatoes Salad, or Breadcrumbs Pasta Salad. I have heard that bean chili tastes the best when paired with wine or some good old beer! Some non-alcoholic options are Cucumber Lemonade, Rose Lemonade, Cherry Lemon Iced Tea, or Watermelon Juice. Add water or stock after adding the spices to prevent them from sticking to the bottom. Even after adding the beans, give it all a good stir to prevent the burn signal later. Scrape whatever is stuck at the bottom. Instead of chili seasoning, you can also add Mexican seasoning.
