Vegetarian Green Chile Stew

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced
• 3 poblano peppers, seeded and diced
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups diced tomatoes, with juice
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
• 1/2 cup cooked black beans
• 1/2 cup cooked pinto beans

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, and peppers, and cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the vegetable broth, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper, and bring to a boil.
4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
5. Add the corn, black beans, and pinto beans, and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
6. Serve warm.

Interesting Facts

• Green chiles are a variety of chiles that are harvested when they are young and unripe.
• Poblano peppers are a mild variety of chiles, and are traditionally used in Mexican cuisine.
• This stew can be made with a variety of vegetables, including potatoes, squash, and carrots.