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CAJUN STYLE VEGAN CHILI aka how to not be left out as a vegan

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CHILLI RECIPE———–
INGREDIENTS
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tofu crumbles:
– 1 block tofu (firm/ extra firm)
– 2 tbsp soy sauce
– 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
– 1 tbsp cajun seasoning

chilli
– 1 yellow onion (chopped)
– 1 green pepper (chopped)
– 1 red pepper (chopped)
– 1 jalapeƱo (chopped)
– 4-6 cloves minced garlic
– 1 can pinto beans
– 1 can black beans
– 1 can kidney beans
– 2 tablespoons tomato paste
– 1 can fire roasted tomatoes
– 2 teaspoons ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/2 teaspoon cajun seasoning
– black pepper (desired)
– 2–3 cups vegetable broth (i used 2 but if you like it more soupy use 3)

TOFU CRUMBLE
RECIPE
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1. In a bowl, add soy sauce, nutritional yeast and cajun seasonings and mix together.
2. Crumble tofu into the bowl and then mix with the marinade.
3. Once mixed place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.

CHILLI RECIPE
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1. SautƩ the yellow onion for a few minuets until soft or translucent.
2. Then add in the red and green peppers and minced garlic and sautƩ for another few minutes.
3. Add in the pinto, black and kidney beans, fire roasted tomatoes, tomato paste, and spices and mix.
4. Then add in the vegetable broth, cover pot and bring to a simmer.
5. Let simmer for about 15 minutes (or as long as desired) on medium heat, add in tofu crumbles and SERVE!