Hearty Barley Chili

A rustic ceramic bowl filled with hearty barley chili, featuring barley, kidney beans, tomatoes, bell peppers, and corn in a rich chili sauce, garnished with fresh cilantro and a dollop of vegan sour cream, served on a dark wooden table with cornbread and a spoon nearby in soft natural light.

Hearty Barley Chili

This hearty barley chili is the perfect comfort food for cold days. Packed with vegetables and rich flavors, it’s a warming delight!
Portions:4
Preparation Time: 50 minuten
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Equipment

Ingrediënten

  • 1 tablespoon 15 ml extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 large carrot finely diced
  • 1 large zucchini finely diced
  • 1 cup 160 g chopped onion
  • 2 large cloves garlic grated
  • ½ teaspoon coarse sea salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons 16 g mild to medium chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon 6 g ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper to taste
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 cup 200 g uncooked pearl barley, rinsed and drained
  • 3 cups 705 ml water or vegetable broth
  • 2 tablespoons 33 g tomato paste
  • 1 can 15 ounces, or 425 g tomato sauce
  • 1 can 15 ounces, or 425 g cooked black beans, drained and rinsed

Instructies

  • Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the diced carrot, zucchini, onion, garlic, and sea salt.
  • Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the chili powder, cumin, cayenne, and oregano, and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in the pearl barley and cook for another 2 minutes.
  • Add the water or vegetable broth, tomato paste, and tomato sauce.
  • Stir well to combine.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cover with a lid.
  • Cook for 35 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  • Remove the lid, stir in the black beans, and cook uncovered for another 10 minutes, allowing the liquid to reduce and the barley to become tender.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine advice:

Pair with a robust Malbec or a smoky Cabernet Sauvignon to complement the chili’s rich and earthy flavors.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 320 kcal | Carbohydrates: 55 g | Protein: 11 g | Fat: 5 g | Sugar: 7 g | Salt: 0.8 g
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Recipe Category Main Dish / Stew / Vegetables
Country American
Holliday: Picnic
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