Spicy Homemade Black Bean Chili

This dish only takes 20 minutes and is very CHEAP to make. But the best part of this dish is that it can be used for multiple purposes. It's versatile in the sense that you can make it if you want a feast for four, or a dinner and next day lunch for one + fridge raids. Mexican food novice cooks, this dish is for you!

20 minutes
Serves 4 people/ 1 person 2 meals

You need:
1 can of black beans
1 green pepper (optional but do it)
2 medium onions, peeled and thinly sliced
2 large cloves of garlic, peeled and chopped
2 level tsp chili powder (or more!)
1 can of chopped tomatoes
3 tbsp fresh coriander

- Cook black beans on a low heat in a pot
- Meanwhile, wash pepper, cut into quarters, cut away white pith and seeds and cut into chunks
- Heat oil in saucepan and add the onion and pepper and cook for 7-8 min or until the onions soften
- Add garlic, chili powder, and stir; add tomatoes and stir again
- Turn heat down, and simmer for 15 minutes
- Drain the beans, add to the tomato mixture, stir, and cook for another 10-15 minutes
- Just before serving add salt and coriander

TIP 1… You can serve with the following items: sour cream; 1-2 avocados, chopped; ½ small pack of crumbled white cheese/goat cheese; tortilla chips; baked sweet potatoes
TIP 2… Leftover beans are good as a filling for pita bread or a wrap.