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Smoky Veggie, Jackfruit & White Bean Chili

A bold, plant-powered bowl with serious comfort food energy.Craving something cozy but still clean? This smoky, spicy chili brings together tender jackfruit, creamy white beans, and a rainbow of veggi...

Smoky Veggie, Jackfruit & White Bean Chili
Recipe Overview
Prep - min
Cook - min
Total -
Calories -

Ingredients

  • 1½ tsp raw coconut oil
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 8 oz shredded jackfruit ((peeled & refrigerated))
  • 2 chipotle chiles in adobo ((+ 1 tsp adobo sauce))
  • ½ cup chopped bell pepper
  • 2 zucchini ((chopped))
  • 1 clove fresh garlic ((minced))
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 (14 oz) can crushed tomatoes ((low-sodium or no-salt-added))
  • 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
  • 1¾ cup cooked cannellini or great northern beans ((or 1 can, drained and rinsed))
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • Optional toppings: crispy sprouted tortilla strips, sliced avocado

Instructions

  1. 1
    In a large stockpot, melt coconut oil over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Add onion and sauté for 3 minutes.
  3. 3
    Stir in jackfruit; cook 3 minutes. Add chipotle chiles, adobo sauce, and bell pepper. Sauté 2 more minutes.
  4. 4
    Add garlic, cumin, oregano, and paprika. Cook 1 minute. Add tomatoes and broth; bring to a boil.
  5. 5
    Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  6. 6
    Stir in beans and tomato paste. Bring back to a boil, then reduce to low and simmer 20–25 minutes, until thickened.
  7. 7
    Serve hot, topped with tortilla strips and avocado (if using).
Note: Adjust spices to taste. Enjoy your meal!
About the Chef
Mareya Ibrahim

The Fit Foodie

Award-winning chef, author, and nutrition expert dedicated to proving that healthy food can be irresistible.

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