An example of the Tempeh Chili Recipe

Tempeh Chili

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Course: Soups & Stews
Cuisine: Regional American
Bean type: Kidney Bean, Red Bean
Nutrition attribute: Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 6
Calories: 375kcal
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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons soy oil
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 8-ounce package tempeh crumbled finely
  • 1 large red bell pepper diced
  • ½ cup low sodium tomato sauce
  • 1 15-ounce can low sodium kidney beans drained (or 1½ cups cooked)
  • 1 15-ounce can low sodium black beans drained (or 1½ cups cooked)
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or more to taste
  • plain soy yogurt

Instructions

  • Heat the soy oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add the onions and garlic, cook for 5 minutes, then add the tempeh.
  • Cook till the tempeh begins to brown (5 to 8 minutes).
  • Add the red bell pepper and cook until tender (another 5 minutes).
  • Add all of the remaining ingredients, along with half a cup of water.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and cook until the chili is fragrant, warm, and the flavors have come together (25 to 30 minutes). If the chili becomes too thick, add more water.
  • Serve with a dollop of soy yogurt and enjoy!

Notes

Tempeh is a chunky, tender soybean cake that can be marinated or grilled and added to soups, casseroles, or chili.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 375kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 22g | Fat: 12g | Fiber: 16g | Iron: 4mg