Recipe: Chili non Carne 🌶️
Description: The first time I made this everyone was skeptical, but it was loved by all. The bulgur adds a really nice dimension, and the meat is not missed at all. I serve this with thick slices of French bread. Cooking time includes a lot of time where you don’t have to do anything, just let it sit. Adapted from Healthy Cooking for Two.
Servings: 4
Cook Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours
Calories: 174.7 per serving
Fat Content: 4.8g
Saturated Fat Content: 0.7g
Cholesterol Content: 0mg
Sodium Content: 481.9mg
Carbohydrate Content: 28.9g
Fiber Content: 8.4g
Sugar Content: 6.5g
Protein Content: 6.8g
Ingredients:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion
- 3/4 cup celery
- 3/4 cup carrot
- 1/2 cup green pepper
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 tbsp chili powder (or chili flakes for extra spice)
- 1 tbsp ground cumin
- 16 oz tomatoes with juice
- 2 cups water
- 12 oz canned pinto beans
- 1/3 cup Bulgar wheat
- Salt to taste
Instructions:
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Prepare the Base: Heat olive oil in a heavy 3-quart saucepan over medium heat.
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Saute the Vegetables: Add chopped onions, celery, carrots, and green peppers. Cook for about 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender but not brown.
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Infuse with Flavor: Stir in minced garlic, chili powder (or chili flakes), and ground cumin. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Introduce Tomatoes: Pour in the tomatoes with their juice and water. Bring the chili to a gentle simmer.
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Simmer: Cover the pan, reduce the heat to low, and let the chili simmer for 1 hour. Stir occasionally.
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Add Beans and Bulgur: Mix in the canned pinto beans and Bulgar wheat.
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Continue Cooking: Cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the Bulgur is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
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Season to Perfection: Add salt to taste, adjusting as needed.
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Serve: Ladle the hot chili into bowls and serve with your favorite accompaniments, such as thick slices of French bread.
Enjoy this hearty and flavorful Chili non Carne, perfect for a cozy night in or a gathering with friends and family! 🍲
