Spicy Vegan Bean and Sweet Pepper Chili

• olive oil↗1 ст. л. ст. л.
• onion↗1

  chopped

• bell pepper↗350 г г

  seedless, sliced into strips

• ground cumin↗1 ст. л. ст. л.
• chili powder↗1-3 ч. л. ч. л.

  to taste, depending on desired spiciness

• sweet smoked paprika↗1 ст. л. ст. л.
• canned red beans400 г г

  in sauce

• canned bean mix↗400 г г

  drained

• canned diced tomatoes400 г г
• rice↗

  for serving (optional)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Heat the olive oil in a large skillet. Add the sliced onion and pepper, sauté for 8 minutes until the vegetables become soft. Add the spices and cook for another 1 minute, stirring constantly.

2. 2

   Stir in the beans and diced tomatoes, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 15 minutes until the chili thickens. Season to taste and serve with rice, if desired.