VEGAN JAPANESE EGGPLANT CHILI

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Hearty vegan eggplant chili. The cocoa adds depth of color and character to this satisfying meal. The mushrooms, Japanese eggplant, and lentils fill out the dish with complementary textures. Toddler- and hubby-approved!

Provided by Michelle Atkinson

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon oil
½ large onion, diced
2 medium Japanese eggplants, diced
1 ½ cups diced fresh mushrooms
1 cup water, divided
2 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (15.5 ounce) can kidney beans
2 cups chopped butternut squash
⅔ cup dry brown lentils
2 medium red bell peppers, diced
1 medium green bell pepper, diced
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons chili powder, or more to taste
1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add eggplant, mushrooms, and 1/2 cup water; cook until eggplant is tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, butternut squash, lentils, remaining 1/2 cup water, bell peppers, cocoa powder, chili powder, and cumin; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until butternut squash and lentils are tender, 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Carbohydrate 38.5 g, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 16.3 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 296.3 mg, Sugar 9 g

Bilo Mughal
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I was looking for a vegan chili recipe and I found this one. I'm so glad I did! The chili was delicious and easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Faith Crosby
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This is the worst chili I have ever had. The eggplant was slimy and the chili was bland. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Treasure Neis
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This chili was a disaster! The eggplant was burnt and the chili was way too spicy. I had to throw it out.


GAMING SASA
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I had high hopes for this chili, but I was disappointed. The eggplant was not tender and the chili was too watery. I would not recommend this recipe.


Manzoor Ahamad
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This chili was not to my taste. I found the eggplant to be too slimy and the chili to be too spicy. I would not recommend this recipe.


popgirl Yachou
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I thought this chili was just okay. The eggplant was a bit too mushy for my taste. I also found the chili to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices to give it more flavor.


Morse Code
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This chili was delicious! I loved the combination of eggplant and sweet potatoes. The chili was also very easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


amessa alabedamessa
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chili turned out great! The eggplant was tender and flavorful, and the chili had a nice balance of heat and spice. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Pulity Nzala
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This is a great recipe for a vegan chili. The eggplant is a nice change from the usual ground beef or turkey. I also liked the addition of the sweet potatoes. They added a touch of sweetness and creaminess.


Khushi Kumari
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I made this chili last night and it was a hit! My family loved it. The eggplant was so tender and the chili had just the right amount of spice. I will definitely be making this again.


Asff Sf
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This Japanese eggplant chili is a delicious and easy-to-make vegan dish. The eggplant is tender and flavorful, and the chili has a nice balance of heat and spice. I loved the addition of the sweet potatoes, which added a touch of sweetness and creami