Hi all! It's been quite some time since I've been active here on Steemit, a new job and hectic few months meant things were a little too crazy to even make time for cooking much, let alone writing!
Though it was great being busy and having new challenges to start the new year with, unfortunately it meant my diet suffered a little as I was eating quick meals and carb loading rather than making balanced meals from scratch.
Things have calmed down a little now so I'm really excited to get back into cooking again and trying new dishes! Well today, I ticked another dish off of the 'things to veganise' list- chilli! I've made a vegan chilli before using a ready made spice mix and some soy based mince, but to be honest I don't really like the flavour of veggie mince substitutes.
So this recipe was exactly what I needed- packed full of plant based protein, filling and satisfying! 馃構
Ingredients (to serve 6):
To serve (optional):
Method:
Heat a large pot over a medium heat, add the oil.
Once the oil is hot add the onion, and red pepper. Add a pinch of salt and pepper and stir. Saut茅, stirring often for approximately 4 minutes.
Add the mixture to the pot and season with a bit more salt and pepper.
Add 1/2 of the chilli powder, cumin, paprika and cayenne pepper to the pot, along with the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and water. Stir to combine, then bring to a low boil over medium -high heat.
Once boiling, add the lentils and reduce heat so it's at a gentle simmer. Cook for 15 minutes, or until lentils are mostly tender. You may have to add a bit more water if the mixture is looking too dry.
And there it is! A really simple 1 pot chilli which is great to make and freeze for easy meals during the week! AND you can use the left overs to make burritos, or serve on top of a baked potato- winning!
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