West African Chili

Celebrate bold, hearty flavors with this irresistible West African Chili, a vibrant fusion of comfort food and global cuisine. This plant-based recipe features a velvety base of smooth peanut butter and crushed tomatoes, infused with warm spices like cumin, coriander, and smoky paprika. Packed with protein-rich kidney beans or black-eyed peas, it’s a satisfying one-pot dish perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Fresh ginger and garlic provide aromatic depth, while red bell peppers add a pop of color and texture. Garnish with chopped cilantro and roasted peanuts for a touch of freshness and crunch, and serve it over fluffy rice for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal. Bursting with flavor and ready in just 45 minutes, this West African-inspired chili is guaranteed to become your new go-to recipe for easy, nutritious comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 0.5 cup smooth peanut butter
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 3 cups cooked red kidney beans (or black-eyed peas)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for spice)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons roasted peanuts (for garnish, optional)
• 2 cups cooked rice (for serving, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes, until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and ginger, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced red bell pepper and cook for 3 more minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, peanut butter, and vegetable broth. Mix well until the peanut butter is fully incorporated into the liquid.

Step 6

Add the cooked red kidney beans (or black-eyed peas), ground cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, reduce heat to low, and let it cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, adding more salt or spices if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm, garnished with chopped fresh cilantro and roasted peanuts. Optionally, pair with cooked rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2802.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2900.6

Total Fat 108.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4177.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 379.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 74.0g	0%
Total Sugars 55.5g
Protein 115.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 532.5mg	0%
Iron 33.0mg	0%
Potassium 5967.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.0%

Protein: 15.6%

Carbs: 51.3%