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vegan gluten-free chilli sin carne

Vegan, Gluten-free Chilli Sin Carne

Cilli sin carne is a healthier alternative to a famous Mexican dish that is becoming increasingly popular. A quick and easy dinner idea with health benefits!
5 from 35 votes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine International, Mexican
Servings 4 portions

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pcs large onion pelled, organic
  • 3-4 cloves garlic peeled, organic
  • 1 pcs sweet pointed pepper deseeded, organic
  • 2-3 pcs large carrots peeled, organic
  • 1 pack kidney beans organic
  • 500 g boiled chickpeas organic; defrost slightly if frozen
  • 1 glass white wine/water
  • 1 can chopped tomatoes organic
  • 1 tsp cayenne chilli pepper powder
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin seeds
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp turmeric
  • 1 tsp salt rock/sea
  • 60-70 g quinoa + a large cup of water to boil

Instructions
 

  • Take the boiled chickpeas out of the freezer and allow them to thaw slightly.
  • In a pan, bring to boil a cup of water and add the quinoa. Reduce heat and simmer for 12 minutes. Turn the heat off, and allow the seeds to absorb the remaining water. When cooled, add a pinch of salt.
    quinoa
  • Meanwhile, pour the wine/water into a large pan over medium heat.
  • Chop the onion, carrots, garlic and pepper; add all to the boiling liquid.
    Add the chopped tomatoes and stir; bring to boil and reduce heating. Let simmer for ten minutes.
    chilli sin carne ingredients
  • Rinse the kidney beans under cold water, drain and add to the pan.
  • Add the chickpeas and spices (except salt) and stir well; let simmer for another 5 minutes.
    When ready, turn the heat off and allow it to slightly cool before adding salt. Mix well so that the salt distributes equally.
  • Use quinoa as a side dish and serve warm.

Notes

I added some kale to this recipe because it needed to go. It brought more colour to the dish and was a tasty addition to the healthy ingredients.
Cayenne chilli peppers are about ten times hotter than jalapeños. If too hot for your taste, consider substitutes. 
Enjoy with a glass of chilled white!
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