This recipe makes about 11 cups
Directions:
(This recipe can be done in an instant pot or a crock pot)
- Crumble the tofu into a large bowl. Add all the ingredients for the crumbled tofu. MIx well and spread on a baking sheet. Bake at 400 for 20 minutes. Stirring halfway through.
- In a frying pan or Instant Pot, sauté the chopped onion and bell pepper. (If using an Instant Pot, select the "Sauté" function)
- If using a slow cooker, transfer the sautéed onions and peppers to the crock pot. Add the tofu, broth, fire-roasted tomatoes, jalapeno (if using), and tomato paste
- Drain and rinse all beans thoroughly, then add them to the pot
- Add oregano, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper and stir well to combine
- Instant Pot: Secure the lid and select the "Bean" or "Chili" setting. Cook for 20 minutes
- Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 3–4 hours
- Stir and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Add parchment paper to your trays
- Pour chili onto trays
- Add dividers if using. We like the 10-portion setting for this recipe
- Pre Freeze when possible
- Freeze dry (my cycle time was 36 hours)
- Store in jars for short-term use or in mylar bags for long-term storage
Rehydration:
Add 2 divider portions or about 1 1⁄3 cups of freeze-dried chili to a bowl with 1 cup of hot water. Cover and let it sit for 3-4 minutes. Stir and enjoy
Nutritional Value Per 1 cup pre-freeze-dried
Calories: 207 Protein: 16 g Fat: 5 g Carbohydrates: 28 g Sugar: 4 g Fiber: 7 g
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