Textured Vegetable Protein (TVP) Chili is perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon or a cozy day in! This recipe has a nice warm spice profile and is not too spicy for most folks. And the TVP gives the chili an amazing texture and protein punch. (Kidney beans optional). Cooks in under an hour.🤩
*Provided below the recipe notes are Amazon affiliate links to the TVP and Nutritional Yeast I like to use if you want to try this chili out! Enjoy 🌶
INGREDIENTS:
For the TVP Mixture-
2 CUPS Boiling Water
2 CUPS TVP (textured vegetable protein, link below recipe notes)
3 Tbsp. Tomato Paste
3 Tbsp. Chili Powder
1 Tbsp. Ground Cumin
1 1/2 tsp. Salt
1/2 tsp. Cracked Black Pepper
And the rest-
2 Tbsp. Avocado Oil
1 Large Onion, diced
1 Green Bell Pepper, diced
1 Jalapeño, seeded and diced
4 Garlic Cloves, minced
1 Tbsp. Oregano (fresh or dried)
1 tsp. Salt
1/4 tsp. Cracked Black Pepper
1/4 tsp. Chili Flakes
2 Tbsp. Nutritional Yeast
28-28 oz. Jar of Chopped Tomatoes
4 oz. Green Chiles
3 CUPS Boiling Water
1 Can Kidney Beans (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS:
– In a large bowl, combine the TVP, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper and 2 cups of boiling water.
– Mix to combine and set aside.
– In a large pot, add oil, onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and chili flakes. Sauté over high heat for 1-2 minutes until the vegetables slightly soften.
– Add TVP mixture to the sautéed vegetables and mix well.
– Add nutritional yeast and mix thoroughly.
– Add chopped tomatoes, green chiles, and 3 cups boiling water, mixing well.
– Simmer on Medium High heat for 20 minutes with the lid off.
– Stir kidney beans into the pot (if using).
– Continue simmering for 10 minutes more (lid still off).
The chili is now ready to serve!
Enjoy the chili by itself, or top with salsas, avocado chunks, 🌱vegan sour cream, cilantro, and even corn chips for a nice crunch!
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TVP:
NUTRITIONAL YEAST:
Made With Love,
Sharon, The Umami Vegan
Vegan And Flavorful. Vegan And Fresh. Vegan AF.