Truck-Style Black Bean Chili with Smoked Paprika

Name: Truck-Style Black Bean Chili with Smoked Paprika
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, canned drained and rinsed; 14 oz diced tomatoes; 1 cup onion, finely chopped; 1/2 cup bell pepper, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1/2 tsp cumin; 1/2 tsp chili powder; 1 cup vegetable broth; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

A hearty, smoky chili packed with beans and vegetables, simmered to perfection.

Cuisine: Mexican

Category: One Pot

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 6.

Ingredients

2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, canned drained and rinsed
14 oz diced tomatoes
1 cup onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp cumin
1/2 tsp chili powder
1 cup vegetable broth
2 tbsp tomato paste
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

Instructions

Step 1: Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 cup chopped onion and 1/2 cup diced bell pepper, cooking for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 2: Add 2 cans drained black beans, 14 oz diced tomatoes, 1 cup vegetable broth, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp cumin, and 1/2 tsp chili powder. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped cilantro and cook for 2 more minutes until flavors are well combined. Serve hot with extra cilantro for garnish.