Hearty Vegetarian Tofu Chili

Recipe Description

This is a delicious colourful chili with a perfect blend of many vegetables with tofu in a thick spicy tomato base. This original recipe came from Runner's World magazine, although I have altered it to suit my likings. Frying tofu gives it a more meat like texture. For those who like chili very spicy, more chili powder may be added.

Ingredients

  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper|green pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 16 ounces extra firm tofu, drained and crumbled
  • 1 (19 ounces) can red kidney beans, drained
  • 1 (19 ounces) can cannellini bean|white kidney beans, drained
  • 1 (28 ounces) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (14 ounces) can tomato sauce
  • 3 medium carrots, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder

Directions

* Saute first 4 in meduium heat.
* Add tofu and saute until crisp and lightly browned (10 minutes).
* Add rest of ingredients (beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, carrots, and chili powder).
* Boil, reduce heat and simmer 45 to 55 minutes.

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