Fake Chili, Vegetarian

Chili made with texturized vegetable protein. Easy, spicy, versatile and healthy. You can add beans if desired.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1  tablespoon  vegetable oil
• 1  medium onion, chopped
• 2  small carrots, chopped
• 1  small green bell pepper, chopped
• 1  garlic clove, minced
• 3  cups  textured vegetable protein
• 1 (14 ounce) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
• 1  cup vegetable broth or 1  cup water
• 1  tablespoon lime juice
• 1  teaspoon cumin
• 1  teaspoon oregano
• 1  teaspoon sugar (optional)
•  salt and pepper

Directions

1. Heat oil in a large saucepan. Add the onion, carroes and bell pepper. Saute until onion is limp. Add the garlic and mix. Add the TVP and fry for a few seconds until it looks browned.
2. Add the tomatoes, the broth, the lime juice and the cumin and oregano. Bring to a boil and season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the sugar if desired and lower heat. Cook until the vegetables are tender. Serve hot.