SMOKY TOFU CHILI

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This vegan recipe shows off the chameleon-like qualities of a longstanding protein alternative: tofu. Big flavors from aromatics including garlic, tomato paste, chipotle, and cumin are simmered together with the extra-firm tofu, which holds its shape through cooking and while soaking up every bit of the big chili flavor at the same time.

Provided by Shira Bocar

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 red onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
Kosher salt
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 tablespoon chopped chipotle in adobo (about 1 pepper)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 can (28 ounces) fire-roasted diced tomatoes
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 package (14 ounces) extra-firm tofu, drained, patted dry, and crumbled into 1-inch pieces
Fresh cilantro leaves, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a pot over medium. Reserve 1/4 cup onion for garnish; add remaining onion, garlic, and bell pepper to pot. Season with salt. Cook, stirring, until vegetables are tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Add tomato paste, chipotle, and cumin; cook, stirring, 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, beans, tofu, and 2 cups water; season with salt.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until chili is slightly thickened, 25 minutes. Serve with reserved chopped onion and cilantro.

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