Description
This Chipotle Chili features an irresistible combination of flavors with textured vegetable protein, beans, and spices, making it a perfect quick and healthy dinner option.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 poblano pepper, diced
- 1 cup Textured Vegetable Protein
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 vegetable bouillon cube
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can fire-roasted tomatoes
- 2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the onion and poblano pepper, cooking until lightly charred, about 5 minutes.
- In a small bowl, combine Textured Vegetable Protein, hot water, and vegetable bouillon cube. Set aside for 5-10 minutes to hydrate.
- Add garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin to the cooked onions, mixing well to incorporate the spices. Cook for about 10 seconds.
- Stir in red kidney beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, chipotle peppers, and hydrated Textured Vegetable Protein. Cover and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to simmer and cook for 10-15 minutes.
- Taste and adjust spice levels. Add salt and pepper to taste, mixing well.
- Turn off the heat, and mix in lime juice and minced cilantro before serving.
Notes
For a spicier chili, add more chipotle peppers or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
This chili can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days for flavorful leftovers.
Serve with crusty bread or over rice for a heartier meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
