Vegetarian Chili ================ Based on Food Lab Science recipe, modified to be easier. Ingredients ----------- * 2 cans chickpeas (drained) * 2 cans chickpeas (liquid) * 1 can crushed tomatoes * 8 tablespoons chili powder * 2 tablespoons vegetable oil * 1 large onion, finely diced * 3 cloves garlic, minced * 2 1/2 tablespoon ground cumin * 2 teaspoons dried oregano * 1 tablespoon soy sauce * 2 cans red kidney beans (drained) * 2 cans red kidney beans (liquid) * 2 tablespoons tequila * 3 tablespoons instant cornmeal Preparation ----------- * Put chickpeas in food processor. Apply three 1-second pulses. * Add tomoatoes and chili powder to chickpea liquid and stir. * Heat oil in a sauce pan and add onion. Stir for 4 minutes. * Add garlic, cumin, and oregano, and stir for 30 seconds. * Add soy sauce and stir for another 30 seconds. * Add tomato mixture and stir. * Add processed chickpeas and kidney beans. Add just enough bean liquid until beans are submerged. * Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer for 1 1/2 hours. Add more bean liquid if chili becomes too stick or sticks to the bottom. * Add tequila and stir. * Season with salt. * Add in the cornmeal slowly until desired thickness is reached. * Refrigerate overnight.