Add to: Recipe Box | Grocery List | Meal PlannerRecipe submitted by Suneel Nagda
nagda@juno.comSuneels Savory Spicy Vegetarian ChiliIngredients (use vegan versions): 1 28oz can crushed tomatoes
4 ripened juicy tomatoes
2 15.5 oz cans black beans or kidney beans or combination
1 1/2 cups textured soy protein chunks or 3/4 cup Textured Soy Protein granules or 3/4 cup soaked cracked wheat
1 med red bell pepper
1 large yellow onion, chopped
3 large cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoon oil
3 teaspoon chili powder
Chopped red onion and vegan cheddar cheese to sprinkle on top
Cayenne pepper, salt, and chopped jalepenos to taste
Directions:Prepare textured soy protein according to directions. If using Textured Soy Protein chunks, squeeze dry and break them up in to smaller chunks after soaking. On medium heat, heat up can of crushed tomatoes in large pot until bubbly. Add textured soy protein or cracked wheat and continue to heat for 10 minutes. Stir frequently. Meanwhile, saute yellow onion and garlic in oil until onions are soft and clear. Add this to tomato mixture and let cook for 5 minutes. Continue to stir.
Chop tomatoes and bell pepper and add to pot. Also, add chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and jalapenos (more peppers, the better). Continue to cook for 15 minutes, allowing the liquid from fresh tomatoes to come out into the chili. Stir frequently. Then, drain and rinse beans in lukewarm water and add to chili. Cook on medium heat for 10 minutes and then cover pot and simmer on low for 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently.
Serve piping hot and sprinkle lots of chopped red onion and shredded cheese on top. Enjoy.
A very hearty, healthy, fun, easy, and filling meal. A great meal to make extra and freeze for later consumption.
Serves: 6
Preparation time: 1 hr.
This recipe sounds yummie. I am going to prepare it for my partner tonight.
Archived comment by: carole
I have prepared this excellent recipe repeatedly. textured soy protein is the perfect addition to a vegetarian chile. Outstanding!
Archived comment by: ppdickey
Just made this and it is fantastic! My roommates liked it, even the one who went to cooking school and complains that veg. chili is usually too sweet. I adjusted to make it richer by adding an additional 2 Tbsp. canola oil once the whole things stewing together. I found 2 jalapenos made it just spicy enough, and added about 1/2 tsp. additional chili powder. I'm going to try 2 habaneros in a double batch next (instead of the jalapenos). This is a GREAT vegan chili recipe.
Archived comment by: ben
This is a wonderful chili! For those who like thicker sauce, add a small can of tomato paste.
Archived comment by: marieFrance
This is a great chili! I'm cooking it now and smells great! Its my first time using TVP and its turning out perfect. I used dried chipotle and new mexico chiles instead of the chili powder. Thanks for the recipe! A wonderful not-so-sweet chili!
Archived comment by: marthamydear
This was the first vegetarian dish I ever made with the intention of being vegetarian and it was delicious. I plan on making it again and again. I added cumin to the pot, as well, which gave it a more smoky flavor.
Archived comment by: kimberlyNYC
just wanted to second what everyone has said. this is great stuff. in the top five chili recipes for sure. thanks for passing the word along.
Archived comment by: jujube23
I just made this recipe. Its very good!! I used Morningstar Farms precooked veggie crumbles for a quicker start. Thanks for sharing.
Archived comment by: thackep
Not bad, but my only complaint is that I didn't have any peppers to prepare it with! Its a very good chile, great job!
Archived comment by: vigilantpost
Definitely a winner, great tasting and healthy!
Archived comment by: starpix
This recipe sounds delish! I can't wait to try it
Archived comment by: lilmissphat
This was awesome! First recipe I tried using TVP, I hydrated it with veg broth, and added cumin. It was sooooo good, I'll make it again and again!
Archived comment by: sweetlips
I just made this and its bubbling away. Perfect rainy day and iron repleting soup.
Archived comment by: shanVeg
Can someone please tell me what is cracked wheat? Thanks
Archived comment by: hsedran
Cracked wheat is simply bulghur wheat, such as you would use for making tabbouli.
Archived comment by: adagio
