So first on the list is this shrimp and black bean chili. The recipe calls itself a chili, but I would consider it a hearty soup because there is a lot of broth... and it just feels more soup-like. You can serve it with a side of rice if you choose. The rice is good if you're trying to spread the meal out a little further, but I can easily go without it. I think I loved this dish so much because it incorporates some of my favorite ingredients. The shrimp and black beans are a given. But also the onion, tomato and bell pepper are staples when I cook, so I pretty much had everything on hand to whip this up.
Mmm. I'm smiling just thinking about it. :)
Ingredients
Yields 6 servings
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 tbsp olive oil
1 can (15oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14.5oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup picante sauce
1 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp dried basil
1 lb cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
cooked brown rice, optional
Directions
In a large saucepan, saute onion and green pepper in oil for 4-5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in black beans, tomatoes, broth, picante sauce, cumin and basil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Add shrimp (I tossed my shrimp in Season All to give it a little flavor). Simmer 3-4 minutes longer or until heated through. Serve with rice if desired.
Source: slightly adapted from Taste of Home 2010 Best Holiday Recipes magazine

6 comments:
I love shrimps. In fact I have a post about shrimps too. Your recipe looks perfect because I love beans too.
I've never thought of adding shrimp to chili, but one of our favourites is spicy shrimp so it makes sense!
A great sounding chili recipe, nice with the shrimp, thanks for a new chili recipe to try.
This looks really good.I came across your site from the foodieblogroll and I'd love to guide Foodista readers to your site. I hope you could add this Shrimp widget at the end of this post so we could add you in our list of food bloggers who blogged about shrimp recipes, Thanks!
I'm not involved with any blog site. I'm just a reader and this looks fantastic! You're right, I think it does fall under the soup category more than a chili, but it's perfect for chilly weather.
This chili/soup looks and sounds amazing! I love all the ingredients. I agree with you when you said if you add a grilled cheese with your soup it's a great moment!
Best,
Veronica
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