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Spicy White Chicken Chili with Truffles Infused with Coffee

moka coffee pot
A rich, spicy vegan white chili served with decadent coffee-infused truffles that are basically tiny edible trophies for your brilliance.
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Prep Time 35 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 490 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chili:

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup vegan chicken substitute
  • 1 can 15 oz great northern beans, drained
  • 1 cup vegetable broth
  • 3/4 cup coconut cream
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Juice of one lime

For the Coffee-Infused Truffles:

  • 1/4 cup coconut milk
  • 2 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
  • 1 cup vegan dark chocolate chips
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • Cocoa powder for dusting

Instructions
 

For the Chili:

  • Heat olive oil in a pot and sauté onion until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in garlic and vegan chicken; cook until slightly golden.
  • Add beans, broth, and coconut cream; mix like you mean it.
  • Season with cumin, chili powder, paprika, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper.
  • Simmer for 30 minutes while practicing your Oscar-winning acceptance speech.
  • Add lime juice, stir dramatically, and remove from heat.

For the Truffles:

  • Heat coconut milk until just bubbling, then remove from heat.
  • Stir in brewed coffee and dark chocolate chips until glossy.
  • Add maple syrup and mix until everything’s behaving beautifully.
  • Chill in the fridge for 20 minutes.
  • Roll into sassy little balls and dust with cocoa powder.

Assembly:

  • Spoon chili into your prettiest bowls because presentation matters.
  • Top with a few glorious truffles, and prepare for applause.
  • Sprinkle a little extra chili powder if you’re feeling wild.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 490
  • Total Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 13g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 9g
  • Protein: 17g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 19%
  • Calcium: 13%
  • Vitamin C: 22%
  • Magnesium: 15%
  • Potassium: 18%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe

  • Add fresh jalapeños for extra spice and extra drama.
  • Drizzle truffles with a touch of espresso syrup if you’re feeling extra fabulous.
  • Fresh cilantro makes it look like you totally have your life together.
  • Want creamier chili? Blend a portion of it and stir it back in—bam, texture upgrade.
  • Never, and I mean NEVER, skimp on the truffles.
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