No Bean Vegetarian Chili
This hearty and flavorful vegetarian chili swaps out traditional beans for a delicious and protein-packed walnut meat. The combination of eggplant, mushrooms, and warm spices creates a satisfying and comforting dish that's perfect for chilly days. Serve it with your favorite toppings for a complete and nutritious meal.
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Servings: 6
Equipment
- 1 large pot or Dutch oven
Ingredients
Walnut Meat
- 2 recipes walnut meat https://www.dietitianjenn.com/walnut-meat/
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
For the Chili
- 2 Tbsp Olive oil
- 1 Sweet Onion diced
- 1 Eggplant diced
- 8 oz Oyster Mushrooms
- 3 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 Red Bell Pepper diced
- 1 Yellow Bell Pepper diced
- 1 14 oz can Fire Roasted Diced Tomatoes
- chipotle in adobo sauce
- 2 cups vegetable or mushroom broth
- 1 Tbsp Chili Powder
- 1 tsp Ground Cumin
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
- ½ tsp Dried Oregano
- 1 tsp Cocoa Powder
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish
- Grated cheese, sour cream, Greek yogurt, avocado, or lime wedges for optional toppings
Instructions
- Prepare the walnut meat, according to the recipe. Add cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté for 6-7 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
- Add the diced eggplant and cook for about 5 minutes, until slightly softened.
- Add the mushrooms and garlic and cook for another 5 minutes, until the mushrooms release their moisture and start to brown.
- Stir in the diced red and yellow bell peppers, canned diced tomatoes, and chipotles in adobo sauce.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and add the walnut meat and spices. Mix well.
- Bring the chili to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the vegetables to soften.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed with more salt, pepper, or spices.
- Serve the chili hot, garnished with chopped cilantro or parsley. You can also offer grated cheese, sour cream, Greek yogurt, avocado slices, or lime wedges on the side for extra flavor.
Notes
Nutrition facts do not include optional additional toppings
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