Fusion Chili

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup vegetable broth
• 1/4 cup tomato paste
• 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the bell pepper and jalapeno pepper and cook for another 5 minutes.
3. Add the chili powder, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, and nutmeg and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.
4. Add the black beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, tomato paste, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar and stir to combine.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
7. Serve with your favorite toppings and sides.

Interesting Facts

• Fusion chilis are a great way to incorporate unique flavors from different cuisines.
• Smoked paprika adds a smoky flavor to the chili and helps to bring out the other flavors.
• This chili can be made ahead of time and frozen for easy meal prep.