Vegetarian Beer Chili

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large green bell pepper (diced)
• 1 large red bell pepper (diced)
• 1/2 red onion (finely diced)
• 1 tablespoon garlic (minced)
• 28 oz. diced tomatoes
• 4 oz. chopped jalapeños (or green chiles)
• 4 oz. tomato paste
• 15 oz. kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
• 15 oz. black beans (drained and rinsed)
• 15 oz. garbanzo beans (drained and rinsed)
• 12 oz. light beer (we used a lager)
• 1/4 cup chili seasoning
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

Steps

1. 1

   Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large stockpot over medium/high heat.

2. 2

   When olive oil is fragrant, add onion, bell peppers, and garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Add the rest of the ingredients to the pot and bring to a boil.

4. 4

   Once boiling, turn to low heat and let simmer for 10 minutes before serving.