Smoky Chipotle Black Bean Stew

One-pot black bean stew with roasted peppers, sweet corn, and lime crema for cozy weeknight bowls.

👅Flavor: Smoky chipotle heat, sweet corn pops, deep tomato umami, and bright cilantro-lime finish.
Bowl of chipotle black bean stew
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Prep Time
15 minutes
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Cook Time
35 minutes
Total Time
50 minutes
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Servings
6 bowls
easy
Cuisine
Mexican, Southwestern
Exotic level
campfire-comfort
Difficulty
easy
Diet
vegan, gluten-free
Devices used
Stovetop
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Required Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon
  • Ladle

Utilized Devices

Stovetop

Cooking Techniques

  • sweating aromatics
  • toasting spices
  • simmering
  • mashing for body
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Ingredients

  • 30 mlAvocado oil
  • 200 gYellow oniondiced
  • 12 gGarlicminced
  • 15 gJalapeñominced
  • 250 gRoasted red bell peppersdiced
  • 30 gTomato paste
  • 4 gGround cumin
  • 2 gSmoked paprika
  • 30 gChipotles in adobominced
  • 7 gKosher saltdivided
  • 1260 gBlack beansdrained and rinsed
  • 960 mlVegetable broth
  • 240 mlFire-roasted crushed tomatoes
  • 150 gSweet corn kernels
  • 30 mlLime juice
  • 30 gCilantrochopped
  • 120 gPlant-based yogurtfor serving
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Instructions

1

Warm avocado oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat; sweat onion with a pinch of salt for 5 minutes until translucent.

2

Add garlic, jalapeño, roasted peppers, tomato paste, cumin, paprika, and chipotles; cook 2 minutes, stirring, until fragrant.

3

Stir in black beans, vegetable broth, tomatoes, and corn; bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4

Mash a cup of beans against the pot with a spoon to thicken, then simmer 5 minutes more.

5

Finish with lime juice and cilantro; ladle into bowls and top with dollops of plant yogurt and extra herbs.

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Chef Tips

  • Blend one cup of stew for an ultra-creamy texture and stir back in.
  • Add diced sweet potato for extra bulk; simmer until tender.
  • Smoked salt intensifies the campfire flavor if you have it.
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Nutritional Highlights

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Calories per serving
360
  • 17 g fiber per serving
  • Beans + corn deliver 20 g plant protein
  • Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free

Dietary Notes

Compliant With

vegangluten-freesoy-free

Allergens

  • Contains nightshades (peppers, tomatoes)

FAQ

Can I use dry beans?

Yes—soak 1 1/2 cups dry black beans overnight, cook until tender beforehand, then proceed with the recipe.

How long does it keep?

Refrigerate up to 5 days or freeze for 3 months; thaw and rewarm gently with extra broth.

Nutrition

Calories360
Protein20 g
Carbs52 g
Fat10 g