Chili Mock Carne

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Yes, it's a vegetarian chili con carne using tvp instead of beef. I actually served it up to my family and my dad and brother didn't really seem to notice the lack of meat so it's a great way to sneak in a vegetarian meal! It's also a great meal for kids (maybe just reduce the quantity of chili though) as you use those supermarket dinner rolls or corn chips to scoop it up...it's messy but it's fun!

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Steps

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Spray a saucepan with olive oil and add in the garlic and onions.

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Saute until onions are tender.

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Add the beans , capsicum and carrot , stir frying until the vegies soften.

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Add the tvp and stir for 1-2 minutes.

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Mix together the water , tomato puree and chopped tomatoes and stir into the vegetable mixture.

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Bring to the boil.

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Lower the heat and add the chili powder , cumin , oregano , parsley , soy sauce , red kidney beans and pepper to taste.

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Cover the pan and allow to simnmer for 20-30 minutes.

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Serve in bowls , accompanied by bread rolls or corn chips.

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Ingredients

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garlic, onion, green beans, carrot, capsicum, textured vegetable protein, water, tomato puree, diced tomatoes, soy sauce, chili powder, red kidney beans, cumin, oregano, parsley, pepper