Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add onion, green pepper and a large pinch of salt and pepper. Cook, stirring frequently for 4-5 minutes.
Add jalapeno and garlic to the pot and cook for another minute, stirring frequently.
Add chiles in adobo, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, black beans, corn, tomatoes, vegetable juice, vegetable broth and rice.
Stir everything together and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
Cover and simmer over low heat for about 10 minutes or until the rice is cooked through. Be sure to stir every couple minutes.
Stir in sugar if desired along with juice of 1 lime. Season to taste with salt and pepper and enjoy!
