Red Lentil Chipotle Chili
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup green lentils
- 1 cup red lentils
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 inch fresh ginger, minced
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp chipotle powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 3 cups vegetable broth
Preparation
In a medium pot add onions and sauté until softened, 3 minutes.
Add in garlic and ginger and sauté until fragrant.
Add in tomato paste and seasonings. Stir in pan for 2-3 minutes.
Add tomatoes, lentils, maple syrup and vegetable broth. Stir to combine and bring to a boil, then reduce to a low heat and allow to cook for 30-40 minutes or until lentils are soft and tender.
Instant pot method
Set Instant Pot to sauté and follow the steps as detailed above when adding ingredients.
When all ingredients are in the Instant Pot, seal the top and set it to manual pressure for 17 minutes.
Allow for natural release and stir pot well before serving.
