Kas-Chili

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 bell peppers, diced
• 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup bulgur wheat
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheese, chopped green onions

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, bell peppers, and mushrooms and cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the chili powder, cumin, oregano, and cayenne pepper and stir to combine.
3. Add the diced tomatoes, black beans, bulgur wheat, and vegetable broth and stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until bulgur is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
4. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve with desired toppings.

Interesting Facts

• Chili is believed to have originated in the United States in the late 1800s.
• Bulgur wheat is made from whole grain wheat that is steamed, dried, and cracked.
• The ingredients in this chili combine to create a complete protein, providing all of the essential amino acids.