# Vegan chili (from Rainbow Plant Life)

Video: [How to make the best vegetarian chili of your life](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0) by [Rainbow Plant Life](https://www.youtube.com/@RainbowPlantLife).
RecipesMD is not affiliated with Rainbow Plant Life. Steps are paraphrased in our own words.
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$2.68 per serving, ~$8.05 for ~3 portions (assumed); saves ~$13.32* per serving (83%) vs ordering out (~$16.00*). * Estimate: predicted from the ingredient list: 1 line(s) priced from Ontario averages, the rest filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario vegetarian entrée at ~$16, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- a mix ancho peppers _(amount estimated)_
- a mix guajillo peppers _(amount estimated)_
- a mix chile de arbol _(amount estimated)_
- some cumin seeds _(amount estimated)_
- some coriander seeds _(amount estimated)_
- some mexican oregano _(amount estimated)_
- some onion powder _(amount estimated)_
- some garlic powder _(amount estimated)_
- some smoked paprika _(amount estimated)_
- a touch cinnamon _(amount estimated)_
- some olive oil _(amount estimated)_
- 1 onion _(amount estimated)_
- to taste salt
- some garlic _(amount estimated)_
- some jalapenos _(amount estimated)_
- some tomato paste _(amount estimated)_
- some red wine _(amount estimated)_
- some vegetable broth _(amount estimated)_
- 2 cans pinto beans
- 1 can navy beans
- a couple bay leaves
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 can whole peeled tomatoes
- some soy sauce _(amount estimated)_
- some cocoa powder _(amount estimated)_
- some maple syrup _(amount estimated)_
- to taste pepper
- some masa harina _(amount estimated)_
- some lime juice _(amount estimated)_
- some red wine vinegar _(amount estimated)_
- some cilantro _(amount estimated)_

## Steps

1. [1:00](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=60s) tear open dried chili peppers and remove seeds and membranes
2. [1:03](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=63s) toast dried chili peppers in a hot pan briefly
3. [1:21](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=81s) toast cumin and coriander seeds in a hot pan
4. [1:24](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=84s) blend cooled peppers and spices in a spice grinder
5. [1:30](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=90s) add oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cinnamon to the ground mix
6. [2:17](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=137s) heat olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat
7. [2:19](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=139s) dice and add onion to the pot with salt, cooking until golden brown
8. [3:11](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=191s) add chopped garlic, jalapenos, and tomato paste to the pot
9. [3:28](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=208s) add homemade chili powder and spices to the pot and sauté briefly
10. [4:08](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=248s) deglaze the pot with red wine
11. [4:21](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=261s) pour in vegetable broth and scraped bits
12. [4:24](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=264s) rinse and add pinto beans and navy beans
13. [5:06](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=306s) add bay leaves and chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
14. [5:18](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=318s) crush whole peeled tomatoes by hand and add them to the pot
15. [5:26](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=326s) add soy sauce, cocoa powder, maple syrup, salt, and pepper
16. [6:09](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=369s) bring chili to a boil then reduce to a gentle simmer
17. [6:22](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=382s) stir in masa harina to thicken
18. [7:05](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=425s) taste and adjust flavors with lime juice, red wine vinegar, cilantro, and maple syrup
19. [7:21](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w-afw35noy0&t=441s) serve chili with toppings like vegan sour cream and pickled onions

## Equipment

- cast iron skillet
- spice grinder
- Dutch oven
- wooden spoon
- knife
- cutting board
- colander

## What the video didn't say

- exact ingredient amounts were not specified
- exact cooking times and heat levels were not fully detailed
- servings and total preparation time were not stated

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