Turkish Chili Recipe 🌶️
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Indulge in the rich flavors of Southwest Asian cuisine with this delightful Turkish Chili recipe. Bursting with vibrant ingredients and aromatic spices, this dish is perfect for a quick lunch or a satisfying snack. With its blend of hearty beans, fresh vegetables, and zesty herbs, it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser that’ll have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil 🫒
- 1 cooking onion, finely chopped 🧅
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced 🍅
- 3 carrots, peeled and sliced 🥕
- 4 cups red kidney beans, cooked or canned 🥫
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce 🍅
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice 🍋
- 1 tablespoon whole cumin seed
- 3 garlic cloves, minced 🧄
- A handful of fresh cilantro, chopped 🌿
- A handful of fresh parsley, chopped 🌱
Instructions:
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Sauté Carrots: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the sliced carrots and sauté for about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally. If needed, add a splash of water to prevent sticking and promote even cooking.
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Add Onion: Stir in the chopped onion and continue to sauté for a couple of minutes until softened and translucent.
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Incorporate Ingredients: Now, it’s time to add the diced tomatoes, cooked red kidney beans, tomato sauce, fresh lemon juice, and whole cumin seed to the pot. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
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Simmer: Once the chili starts to boil, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer gently. This allows all the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Add Garlic: After simmering for a while, add the minced garlic to the pot. Adding garlic at this stage infuses the dish with its aromatic essence. Continue to simmer until the carrots are tender and the flavors have developed, about 10-15 minutes more.
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Finish and Serve: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro. Serve your Turkish Chili hot, either on its own or over a bed of fluffy rice. Pair it with a crisp side salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 346.1
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 213.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 61.8g
- Fiber: 17.9g
- Sugar: 11.1g
- Protein: 18.6g
Recipe Notes:
- Feel free to adjust the spice level according to your preference by adding more or less cumin seed.
- This Turkish Chili can be easily customized with your favorite toppings such as grated cheese, diced avocado, or a dollop of sour cream.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer preservation. Just reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
