Incredible Vegan Chili

Ingredients

• Ancho peppers
• Guajillo peppers
• Chile de arbol peppers
• Olive oil
• Onions
• Salt
• Garlic
• Jalapeños
• Tomato paste
• Chili powder
• Cumin
• Mexican oregano
• Smoked paprika
• Red wine
• Vegetable broth
• Pinto beans
• Navy beans
• Bay leaves
• Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• Cocoa powder
• Maple syrup
• Lime juice
• Red wine vinegar
• Cilantro
• Vegan sour cream
• Pickled red onions

Instructions

1. Toast dried chili peppers for about a minute per side until fragrant, being careful not to scorch them.
2. Remove seeds and membranes from the toasted peppers.
3. Grind the peppers and spices in a spice grinder until finely ground.
4. Sauté onions in olive oil until golden brown and caramelized, about 10-15 minutes.
5. Add garlic and jalapeños, cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
6. Add tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.
7. Add chili powder, cumin, Mexican oregano, smoked paprika, deglaze with red wine, and cook for 1 minute.
8. Add vegetable broth, beans, bay leaves, and chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
9. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 1-1.5 hours, or until beans are tender.
10. Stir occasionally.
11. Remove bay leaves.
12. Stir in masa harina, lime juice, and maple syrup.
13. Simmer for another 10-15 minutes or until chili has thickened.
14. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
15. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
16. Serve with toppings such as vegan sour cream and pickled red onions.