Vegetarian Chili with Summer Vegetables
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Cooking Time:
35 min
Total Time:
35 min
Servings:
4 servings
Ingredient
15 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
21 onion, diced
31 small eggplant, chopped
4Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
53 cloves garlic, finely chopped
64 teaspoons chili powder
71 teaspoon ground cumin
81 28-ounce can diced fire-roasted tomatoes
91 16-ounce can kidney beans in mild chili sauce
101 14-ounce block firm tofu, drained
111 1/2 cups frozen fire-roasted corn kernels
12Sliced avocado, shredded Mexican cheese blend, chopped fresh cilantro and corn chips, for topping
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Nutritional components
- Calories490
- Total Fat24 grams
- Saturated Fat3 grams
- Carbohydrates51 grams
- Dietary Fiber13 grams
- Sugar20 grams
- Protein19 grams
- Cholesterol0 milligrams
- Sodium1417 milligrams
Cooking process
Step 1Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large wide pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion, eggplant, a big pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are lightly browned and starting to soften, about 6 minutes. Stir in 1 more tablespoon olive oil, the garlic, chili powder and cumin and cook, stirring, until the spices are toasted, about 1 minute. Stir in 2 cups water, the tomatoes, beans, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Cover and bring to a boil, then uncover and reduce the heat to a simmer; cook until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.
Step 2Meanwhile, grate the tofu on the large holes of a box grater onto a clean kitchen towel (not terry cloth). Gather up the sides of the towel and wring the tofu dry. Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tofu, spreading it out; cook, stirring once or twice, until well browned and crisp, 4 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 3Stir the tofu and corn into the chili and heat through, 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Thin the chili with water, if needed.
Step 4Divide the chili among bowls. Top with avocado, cheese, cilantro and corn chips.
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