Mushroom Tofu Chili Recipe

Name: Mushroom Tofu Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil (or canola oil); 2 onions, large, chopped; water (optional); 8 -12 ounces mushrooms, sliced; 6 garlic cloves, large, chopped; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 tablespoon oregano, fresh (or 1 1/2 tsps. dried oregano); 1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (to taste); 2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, with their juice; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 (15 ounce) cans red beans, drained (or pinto beans); 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 12 -16 ounces tofu, drained and cut in cubes (medium or firm); 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional); salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 -3 tablespoons olive oil (or canola oil)
2 onions, large, chopped
water (optional)
8 -12 ounces mushrooms, sliced
6 garlic cloves, large, chopped
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon oregano, fresh (or 1 1/2 tsps. dried oregano)
1/2 teaspoon dried red pepper flakes (to taste)
2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, with their juice
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 (15 ounce) cans red beans, drained (or pinto beans)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
12 -16 ounces tofu, drained and cut in cubes (medium or firm)
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped (optional)
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1
Heat oil in a nonreactive wide Dutch oven over medium heat.
2
Add onions and saute 5 minutes; add 1 or 2 Tbsps. hot water from time to time if pan becomes dry.
3
Add mushrooms and garlic and saute 2 minutes.
4
Add chili powder, cumin, oregano and pepper flakes, stir over low heat 30 seconds.
5
Add tomatoes with juices and tomato paste. Stir and bring to a boil.
6
Add beans and soy sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes.
7
Add tofu and stir gently. Simmer, uncovered, 5 minutes or until chili is thick.
8
Add cilantro, if using.
9
Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
10
Serve hot.

833

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil (or canola oil), 2 onions, large, chopped, water (optional), 8 -12 ounces mushrooms, sliced, and more.

Yes, Mushroom Tofu Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mushroom Tofu Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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