This warming vegetarian chilli is a low-fat, healthy option that packs in the veggies and flavour. Serve with Tabasco sauce, soured cream or yoghurt.
Method
Based on 4 servings, adjust as needed.
Step 1
Chop the onion, celery and bell peppers. Add the oil to your largest flameproof casserole dish or heavy-based saucepan. Turn the heat to low and add all the prepared veggies. Fry gently until soft but not coloured.
Step 2
Drain the jar of peppers over a bowl to catch the juices. Put a quarter of the peppers into a food processor with the chipotle paste, vinegar, cocoa, dried spices and herbs. Whizz to a purée, then stir into the softened veg and cook for a few mins.
Step 3
Add the tinned tomatoes and refried beans with half a tin of water (to serve 4) and the reserved pepper juice. Simmer for 1 hr until thickened, smoky and the tomato chunks have broken down to a smoother sauce.
Step 4
At this stage, you can cool and chill the sauce if making it ahead. Otherwise, add the kidney and black beans, and the remaining roasted peppers, cut into bite-sized pieces, then reheat. Once bubbling and the beans are hot, season to taste and serve with sour cream and a splash of Tabasco if you wish.