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    Ground Tofu Spiced Chili

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    We all need a little comfort in our lives and this Ground Tofu Spiced Chili will do just that.  

    IMG_2231The beans in this recipe are an excellent source of dietary fiber to help keep our digestive tracts running smoothly.  They are also a great source of plant-based protein.  To top it all off, beans are a phenomenal source of iron.  Iron helps to carry oxygen and nutrients to our blood cells.

    Tofu is made from curdled soy milk that the water has been removed from.  It can be fairly bland so it is great to marinate and flexible for whatever flavors you want to add. Tofu tends to have a meat like texture that many people like.  It is a great source of protein from soy and provides a healthy dose of calcium and manganese.  The combo of tofu and beans will create a protein packed meal to help keep you feeling full and healthy for the long run.

    IMG_2240Begin by draining the tofu and crumbling it into pieces.  Set this aside until we are ready for it.  Heat up the olive oil in a pot and saute the onions, garlic, carrots, and curry powder for about 3-4 minutes.  Add in the beans, tomato sauce, water, cayenne pepper, and tofu.  Bring the mix to a boil and reduce the heat to a simmer.  Allow the chili to simmer for about 40-45 minutes.  Add a pinch of salt to taste.  

    This is a phenomenal recipe to make earlier in the week and enjoy for lunches all week long. What do you think about using tofu in your chili? Let us know what you think in the comments below!

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    Ground Tofu Spiced Chili
    Total Time
    55 mins
     
    Servings: 4
    Ingredients
    • 15 oz can of black beans (1 1/2 cups of cooked)
    • 1/2 can of garbanzo beans (3/4 cups cooked)
    • 1 cup of chopped carrots
    • 1/2 cup of chopped onions
    • 4 cloves of garlic, minced
    • 1 block of firm tofu
    • 3 cups of tomato sauce
    • 1/2 cup of water
    • 1 tablespoon of curry powder
    • 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
    • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
    • Salt to taste
    • Optional: 1/4 cup grated cheddar cheese
    Instructions
    1. Drain the tofu, and crumble into pieces. Set aside.
    2. Heat olive oil in a pot, and sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and curry powder together for 3-4 minutes.
    3. Add in beans, tomato sauce, water, cayenne pepper, and tofu.
    4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 40-45 minutes.
    5. Add salt to taste and melt cheese over it. Enjoy with your favorite grain!

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    1. Caroline says

      May 15, 2013 at 8:58 pm

      What are the nutrition facts for this recipe?

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      • Wendy says

        May 16, 2013 at 1:07 pm

        Hey Caroline! It’s actually really hard/time consuming to come up with accurate and precise nutrition information for recipes, so at this point in time, we don’t provide that. But we always cook our meals mindful of sodium, fat, carb, and protein content. Thanks for asking 🙂

        Reply
    2. falonnelove says

      December 10, 2013 at 4:28 pm

      I love it really yummiiiiii you website its just awsome!!!! Thank you for all the advice. From Paris with love!!

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      • Jess says

        December 16, 2013 at 5:01 pm

        Aw thank you so much for the kind words. And I love Paris too =) !!!

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Ingredients 
🧀 1 pound yuca, peeled and chopped into small chunks 
Salt
🧀1 tablespoon butter 
🧀1/2 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped 
🧀1/4 teaspoon of garlic
🧀1/4 teaspoon of paprika 
🧀4 ounces of Cabot Seriously Sharp Cheddar Cheese, cut into small 1/2” chunks 

Directions:
🧀Preheat the oven to 450F.
🧀Bring a medium pot of salted water to boil and add the yuca. Boil for 30 minutes or until tender. Drain the yuca, remove all of the fibrous stems and add to a medium sized bowl. 
🧀Mash the yuca well with butter, jalapeño and spices until completely smooth. Adjust for salt and set aside until cooled. 
🧀Grab about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the yuca mix, put the cheddar cheese in the center and roll it up into a ball. Repeat for the remaining yuca and cheese. 
🧀Add the yuca balls onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet OR air fryer and spray with oil. Bake for 25 minutes (or air fry for 10-12 minutes) until crispy and browned on the outside. Enjoy on their own or with your favorite sauce! 

TIPS: 
👉🏽If the balls are extra sticky, wash and dry your hands throughout the rolling process - this will help. 
👉🏽If your yuca mash is bulky, add a little bit of water while mashing to make it smoother.
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