The Best Vegan Chili Fries
All-American Chili Fries are a great way to treat yourself to some healthy, delectable fun. No greasiness, all delicious flavor.
THE RECIPE
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup dried quinoa, cooked according to package
- 2 Tbs olive oil
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- A pinch - 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes, to taste
- 1/4 - 1/2 tsp black pepper, to taste
- 4-5 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 bunch (8 or so) green onions, chopped (save tops for garnish)
- 1/2 - 1 poblano pepper, to taste, seeds removed and chopped
- 1 red or orange bell pepper, seeds removed and chopped
- 1 15 oz. can red beans or kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 15 oz. can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 Tbs low sodium soy sauce (use gluten free if needed)
- 2 15 oz. cans diced no-salt-added tomatoes
- 1 6 oz. can no-salt-added tomato paste
- 1 Tbs maple syrup, coconut sugar or other sweetener
- 2 Tbs red cooking wine
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup water
Per serving of fries:
- 1 medium potato, or two small potatoes
- About 1/2 tsp olive oil
- A few pinches of herbs, spices and seasonings like onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt-free herb blends, cayenne pepper, black pepper, chili powder, etc.
- Cooking spray to enhance crispness (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
- Cook the quinoa and set aside. Prep the veggies while the quinoa cooks.
- Combine the oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, red pepper flakes and black pepper in a large, nonstick cooking pan or pot. Warm over low heat for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the garlic and onions. Raise the heat a little and saute 5 minutes.
- Add the peppers, raise the heat to medium and saute 5 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked quinoa and saute 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the rest of the ingredients. Cover loosely and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally.
- For the fries:
- Center rack(s) in the oven and heat to 465 degrees F. Prep one cookie sheet per two servings of fries with reusable liners or cooking spray.
- Cut the potatoes into fries, about 1/2" thick. Combine with the oil and seasonings in a large bowl and toss.
- Arrange on cookie sheets. Top with a scant amount of cooking spray if using.
- Bake 10-12 minutes. Flip and bake until golden brown and tender inside, about 5-10 minutes. If using two racks, rotate sheets after flipping.
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