Best 5 Vegan Chili Verde Recipes

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When it comes to plant-based alternatives to classic dishes, vegan chili verde stands out as a flavorful and versatile option. This dish captures the essence of traditional chili verde while introducing a variety of textures and flavors that are sure to delight both vegan and non-vegan palates alike. Whether you're a seasoned vegan cook or new to the plant-based lifestyle, our carefully curated collection of recipes will guide you through the process of creating a delicious and satisfying vegan chili verde that's packed with flavor and goodness.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VEGAN CHILI VERDE



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Earthy poblano peppers, fruity tomatillos, and Tuscan kale provide lots of color and taste in this vegan chili verde recipe, which is sure to be a standout on your table. Garnish with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, sour cream, or hot sauce, if desired.

Provided by Alice Waugh

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 50m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 fresh tomatillos, husks removed and halved
4 cloves garlic
2 poblano peppers, tops, seeds, and membranes removed
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium white onion, diced
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth, divided
1 (15 ounce) can low-sodium great Northern beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can low-sodium pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 ½ cups chopped Tuscan kale
1 cup fresh corn kernels
¾ cup bulgur wheat
¾ teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Set an oven rack 4 to 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Place tomatillos, garlic cloves, and poblano peppers on a baking sheet.
  • Broil in the preheated oven until the peppers start to blacken and blister, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove garlic and transfer to a plate. Turn tomatillos and peppers over and broil until peppers are blackened and tomatillos are soft, 5 to 6 minutes more.
  • Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering. Add onion and cook, stirring frequently, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in oregano, cumin, and chili powder; cook for 1 minute. Add 3 cups vegetable broth, great Northern beans, pinto beans, kale, corn, bulgur wheat, and salt. Return to a simmer.
  • Transfer roasted garlic, peppers, and tomatillos to a blender. Add remaining 1 cup vegetable broth. Cover and blend until just smooth. Pour into the simmering pot.
  • Simmer chili gently until bulgur is tender, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.1 calories, Carbohydrate 49.7 g, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 12.4 g, Protein 12.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 716.4 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

CHILI VERDE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h30m

Yield 1 gallon

Number Of Ingredients 16

Olive oil
5 cups diced onion
1/2 cup chopped garlic
1/3 cup chopped serrano peppers
1/3 cup chopped jalapeno peppers
5 pounds cubed pork shoulder
1 quart chicken broth
15 to 20 Anaheim peppers
12 to 15 tomatillos
3 tablespoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon ground coriander
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 cup corn flour

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add 1/2 cup of olive oil. Stir in the onion, garlic, serrano and jalapeno peppers and cook until soft. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Place the pork shoulder in a large heavy bottomed pot, coated with oil, over medium heat and sear until well browned on all sides. Deglaze with the chicken broth, and then add sauteed onions and peppers. Turn heat to low, cover and let it simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place the Anaheim peppers on a sheet pan.
  • Peel the outer paper skins off the tomatillos, then coat with olive oil and place on another sheet pan. Place both pans in the preheated oven and roast until the peppers are nicely charred and the tomatillos are soft, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove pans from the oven and place the peppers in a plastic bag to let them steam for 5 minutes.
  • Peel and seed peppers, and then puree them with the tomatillos in a food processor. Add the puree to the pork mixture, stir, and then let simmer on low heat.
  • Combine the garlic powder, black pepper, ground cumin, Mexican oregano, ground coriander and salt in a small bowl, then add to pork mixture and stir well.
  • In a small saute pan, mix 1/2 cup olive oil with the corn flour, stirring over low heat for 2 minutes to make a masa roux.
  • Let the chili mixture simmer for approximately 1 1/2 to 2 hours on medium-low heat, or until pork is nice and tender. Then stir in masa roux and simmer for 10 more minutes.

VEGETARIAN CHILI VERDE



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Though there is some prep work that goes into this chili, it's still a convenience in so many ways. For example, it can be made 2 or 3 days ahead. Also, it uses canned fire-roasted green chiles as the basis for the sauce and skips the laborious task of roasting and peeling your own. The corn bread, too, which is nice and moist, can be made 1 day ahead. Just cool it completely, then wrap it tightly in foil and let it stand at room temperature.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis Bio & Top Recipes

Time 2h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
One 8-ounce Yukon gold potato, peeled and cut into 1/3-inch cubes
One 8-ounce yam (red-skinned sweet potato), peeled and cut into 1/3-inch cubes
4 large cloves garlic, flattened, peeled and chopped
4 large tomatillos (8 to 9 ounces), husked, rinsed, cored and chopped
2 large poblano chiles (8 to 9 ounces), stemmed, seeded; 1 diced, 1 cut into 4 strips
2 tablespoons dried Mexican oregano
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 28-ounce can hominy with juices (preferably golden)
1 cup vegetable broth
One 7-ounce can diced mild green chiles
Garnishes, such as crumbled feta cheese, chopped green onions, sliced avocados, lime wedges and chopped serrano chiles)
Garnishes, such as crumbled feta cheese, chopped green onions, sliced avocados, lime wedges and chopped serrano chiles)
Buttermilk and Sour Cream Corn Bread, recipe follows
1/2 cup (1 stick) chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, plus more for greasing
2 cups yellow cornmeal
3/4 cup all-purpose flour
6 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/4 cups buttermilk
1/3 cup sour cream
2 large eggs

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a heavy, large pot over medium heat. Add the onions, potatoes, yams, garlic, tomatillos and poblanos. Cover and sweat until the onions are tender, stirring often to prevent browning, about 8 minutes. Mix in the oregano, flour, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Add the hominy with the juices and the broth and bring the chili to a simmer.
  • Place the green chiles in a processor. Using tongs, transfer strips of the poblano chile from the pot to the processor; blend just until smooth. Scrape the chile sauce into the pot.
  • Cover and simmer the chili 20 minutes. Uncover and simmer until the potatoes and yams are tender and the chili is reduced to desired consistency, stirring often, 20 to 25 minutes longer. Season with more salt and pepper if desired.
  • Ladle the chili into bowls. Serve with garnishes and Buttermilk and Sour Cream Corn Bread.
  • Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F. Butter a 9-by-9-by-2-inch metal baking pan.
  • Blend the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda in a processor for 5 seconds. Add the butter cubes. Blend until the butter is reduced to tiny pieces, 15 to 20 seconds. Whisk the buttermilk, sour cream and eggs in a large bowl to blend. Add the dry ingredients from the processor and stir until evenly moistened. Scrape the batter into the prepared pan.
  • Bake the corn bread until the top is golden brown and a tester inserted into the center comes out clean, about 25 minutes. Cool the bread on a rack at least 30 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

VEGAN CHUNKY CHILI



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If you are entertaining mixed palates, this meal will satisfy all tastes. A from-scratch chili that uses many different vegetables as well as beans, lentils and tofu to provide that 'full' feeling that chili with meat offers. Add fresh parsley and basil to taste, if desired. I prefer to let the chili sit overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

Provided by Krista B

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Vegetarian

Time 16h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

½ cup dry kidney beans, soaked overnight
½ cup dry white beans, soaked overnight
½ cup dry brown lentils, soaked overnight
6 cups chopped fresh tomatoes
6 cups water
1 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup chopped red bell pepper
½ cup fresh green beans
½ cup chopped celery
¼ onion, chopped
¼ red onion, chopped
¾ cup extra firm tofu, drained, crumbled
salt to taste
black pepper to taste
onion powder to taste
garlic powder to taste
chili powder to taste

Steps:

  • Drain and rinse kidney beans, white beans and lentils. Combine in a large pot and cover with water; boil over medium-high to high heat for 1 hour, or until tender.
  • Meanwhile, in a large saucepan over high heat, combine tomatoes and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour, or until tomatoes are broken down.
  • Stir the tomatoes into the beans and add mushrooms, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, green beans, celery, onions and tofu. Season with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder and chili powder to taste. Simmer for 2 to 3 hours, or until desired consistency is reached.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.2 calories, Carbohydrate 23.4 g, Fat 1.6 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 9.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 280.8 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

VEGETARIAN CHILI VERDE



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Green chili, veganized! This recipe cost me $11.09 to make. That's only $1.39/serving! See my blog post here: http://veganomics101.wordpress.com/2012/01/11/chili-verde/

Provided by Prose

Categories     Peppers

Time 8h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (14 ounce) can chickpeas, drained
1 (14 ounce) can cannellini beans, drained
1 (14 ounce) can corn, drained (white corn would be nice here)
2 (4 ounce) cans green chilies
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
4 fresh jalapenos, chopped
2 small zucchini, cubed
1 lb button mushroom, sliced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 cup quinoa

Steps:

  • Easy: throw everything except the quinoa into your slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  • Add quinoa and let it cook for another hour.
  • Feel free to garnish it with fresh cilantro, lime juice, crushed tortilla chips, Tofutti sour cream, etc.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.2, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 0.4, Sodium 304.8, Carbohydrate 43.2, Fiber 8.5, Sugar 7.4, Protein 11.2

Tips:

  • Soak the tomatillos and chiles: Soaking the tomatillos and chiles in hot water for 30 minutes helps to soften them and release their flavor.
  • Roast the tomatillos and chiles: Roasting the tomatillos and chiles in the oven adds a smoky flavor to the chili.
  • Use a variety of chiles: Using a variety of chiles, such as Anaheim, poblano, and jalapeño, gives the chili a complex flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When cooking the chili, don't overcrowd the pot. This will prevent the chili from cooking evenly.
  • Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes: Simmering the chili for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings: Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and salsa.

Conclusion:

Vegan chili verde is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. This chili is also a good way to use up leftover vegetables. With its complex flavor and variety of toppings, vegan chili verde is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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