Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion along with a large pinch of salt and pepper. Cook 4-5 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 2

Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, and sugar and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.

Step 3

Stir in diced tomatoes, chipotles in adobo, black beans, lentils, and a large pinch of salt and pepper.

Step 4

Then add tomato sauce and 2 cups vegetable broth.

Step 5

Cover, turn heat to medium-high and bring to a simmer.

Step 6

Reduce heat and simmer over medium-low for 5-7 minutes or until lentils are tender, stirring frequently. Add remaining cup of broth if desired.

Step 7

Stir in the juice of 1 lime and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 8

Garnish with Fritos, sour cream, and fresh chopped cilantro.