Recipe:
Chorizo and Black Bean Chili
This is the season for hearty and flavourful pots of chili. Everyone loves chili. And the beautiful thing is there are so many ways to make a delicious chili. Some recipes use ground beef, others have cubes of beef that fall apart with the nudge of a fork. There are turkey and chicken chilis, often with white beans substituted for traditional kidney beans. There are chilis made entirely of beans and vegetables, no meat anywhere near it. I love all of these variations, and today I’m sharing my new favourite with you, Chorizo and Black Bean Chili.
Fresh Chorizo, or Mexican Chorizo, and black beans have a long history of sharing the same pot with incredibly delicious results. Soups, tortas, and chilis have all benefited from their friendly association. The mild and creamy black beans absorb all of the wonderful flavour from the sausage meat, vegetables and seasonings. Beans of all kinds are a pantry staple, and I’m a huge fan of their affordability, nutritional excellence and versatility in so many recipes. Plus, what I love about using Chorizo sausage is that it’s already loaded with so much flavour thanks to the herbs and spices used to make it. And, if you know me you know I love to add in as many
vegetables as I can to hearty soups, stews and chilis. This recipe is no exception. Sweet potato,red peppers, kale and corn are favourtie add-ins to my chili, but you likely have other vegetable go-to’s as well. Feel free to substitute as you like, but I think you’ll love what I’ve done here too. I like to put all of the garnishes in the centre of the table and let each person customize their bowl of chili as they see fit. Basically, gimme all the cheddar and tortilla chips!
I like to have a large pot of this Chorizo and Black Bean Chili simmering on the stove during the cold winter months, as it’s almost like a hug from the inside out. Loaded with gorgeous flavours, creamy black beans, and vegetables, this is a nutritious and delicious meal that’s sure to become a family favourite recipe.
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