DINNER IN 35 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
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Sauté onion and pepper in olive oil.
DINNER IN 35 MINUTES
PANTRY-FRIENDLY
VEGETARIAN · DINNER
Black Bean Chilli
Black Bean Chilli recipe with black beans, tomatoes, and red pepper. A simple 35-minute dinner with clear, step-by-step instructions.
Total time35 min
YieldServes 4
DietVegetarian
Shopping9 ingredients
DifficultyEasy
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Method
4 steps · about 35 minutes total
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Step 2
Add garlic, chilli powder and cumin.
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Stir in beans and tomatoes. Simmer for 20 minutes, adding a splash of water if needed.
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Serve with rice.
Before you serve
Cooking notes & good-to-know answers.
Small details for confident timing, useful swaps, and safer leftovers.
Cooking notes
Spread cooked rice out to cool quickly when the recipe calls for chilled rice, then refrigerate it promptly.
Taste at the end and adjust salt and pepper after the sauce has reduced.
Garlic cooks quickly; keep the heat moderate to avoid burning it and turning it bitter.
Good to know
Serve it with a simple side that complements the main ingredients, such as a salad, cooked vegetables, bread or rice where appropriate.
You can often swap rice varieties, but cooking time and liquid requirements can change. Use the package directions for the rice you choose when they differ from the recipe.
Refrigerate leftovers promptly in a covered container and use them according to local food-safety guidance.
About this recipe
Black Bean Chilli is a dinner idea built around black beans, tomatoes, red pepper, and onion. It is designed for straightforward home cooking and takes about 35 minutes, making it a useful option when you want a practical meal without a long ingredient list.
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