Afghan Red Bean Chili
Servings
8servings
Servings
8servings
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Prepare kidney beans your favorite way and drain.
  2. Set aside.
  3. In a heavy stock pot, over medium-low heat, add whole coriander and whole cumin.
  4. Cook until aromatic, being careful not to burn.
  5. Add onions and saute until translucent.
  6. Add tomatoes with the juices, cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes turn saucy.
  7. Carefully pour into a blender and leave the lid slightly off.
  8. Blend well.
  9. In original pan, saute garlic in a little oil until softened.
  10. Carefully pour in sauce, kidney beans, broth, salt and pepper.
  11. Simmer uncovered on low heat for about 15 minutes.
  12. Adjust seasonings to taste.
  13. Serve over warm spaghetti.
Recipe Notes

Optional, prepare ahead.  Combine all ingredients and keep warm in crock pot until needed.

If using ground spices, add to sauce.  Do not warm them before onions.