Vegan Butternut Squash Chipotle Chili

This is a hearty and spicy vegan chili with butternut squash, kidney beans, pinto beans, and soy granules. This protein-rich bowl is a perfect comfort with warm Vegan Pumpkin Coconut Cornbread, a perfect fall food. 

The chipotle peppers, jalapenos, paprika, and cayenne give a spicy kick and the butter nut squash adds a little sweetness balancing the flavors. Topped with slices of avocado, creamy Vegan Cashew, Cilantro, and Coconut Sauce, and tortilla chips, this is heaven in a bowl.

Soy granules soak up liquids very quickly and is a great protein rich ingredient. This can be used as a meat substitute and gives great results, like in this chili. Si Chet Khao Swe is yet another simple vegan Burmese noodle that uses soy granules as meat substitute.

This recipe uses fresh tomatoes. The same can work with a can of diced tomatoes too. The dry beans are soaked and cooked. I always have soaked beans in freezer that helps in making meals quicker. Canned beans also work in this recipe.  I have used individual spices to suit my taste. Chili seasoning can also be used. 

This hearty chili is a meal b itself as well as with accompaniments. Shredded vegan cheese can also be used as a topping, if preferred. The leftovers are great for next day too. This van be refrigerated for a couple of days or in freezer for 2 months. Defrost, heat it up and serve.

This can be made in a slow cooker too, for 7 hours in low setting. This will be done perfect when you come back just in time for dinner. Slow Cooker Vegetarian Chili Mac is another scrumptious and cpmforting meal perfect for any day.

Ingredients

Butternut squash - 2.5 cups

Pinto beans - 1 cup, cooked

Red kidney beans - 1 cup, cooked

Soy granules - 3/4 cup

Onion - 1 cup, diced

Garlic - 1 tbsp, minced

Cumin - 1/2 tsp

Bay leaf - 1

Red bell pepper - 3/4 cup, diced

Green bell pepper - 3/4 cup, diced

Jalapeno - 1, finely chopped

Chipotle chili in sauce - 1 tbsp, chopped

Paprika - 1/2 tsp

Cayenne - 1/2 tsp

Oregano - 1.5 tsp, dried

Cumin powder - 1.5 tsp

Salt - 1 and 3/4 tsp

Coconut oil - 2 tbsp

Cilantro - 2-3 tbsp, chopped

Tomatoes - 3.5 cups, chopped

Water - 3 cups

Method

Heat a 6-qt dutch oven or a heavy bottomes soup pot. Add the coconut oil followed by cumin, bay leaf,  and garlic. Fry for 30-5- second. Add onion, bell peppers, chopped jalapenos, and saute for 4-5 minutes, till onions turn translucent.

Add the soy granules and butternut squash and saute for 2 minutes.

In the meantime puree the tomatoes. Add the cooked kidney beans, pinto beans, tomato puree, water, followed by chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, salt, oregano, paprika, cumin powder, cayenne. Stir.

Bring to a boil and simmer for 20-25 minutes or until desired consistency is reached. 

Ladle into bowls, top with Vegan Cashew, Cilantro, and Coconut Sauce, sliced avocados, tortilla chips, cilantro, and vegan cheese. Butternut squash is an amazing veggie and this is great in many recipes like this Vegan Butternut Squash and Chestnut Kebabs.

Welcome to our 2021 Chili Cook-Off! 

October is Chili Cook-Off Month! We have delicious recipes from across the country to get your chili making to the next level of deliciousness!

#ChiliCookOff is an annual blogging event that is hosted by Ashley from Cheese Curd In Paradise

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• Chili con Carne from Karen's Kitchen Stories
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• Black Eyed Pea Chili from Leftovers Then Breakfast
• Pork Chili from Art of Natural Living
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