THE BEST VEGAN CHILI FRIES
Thursday, February 14, 2019
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All-American Chili Fries are a great way to treat yourself to some healthy, delectable fun. No greasiness, all delicious flavor.
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.