Barbecue Chili with Tempeh

The heat of this chili will depend on the brand of barbecue sauce you use. When choosing a prepared barbecue sauce, read the label carefully to choose one that’s low in sugar.

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The heat of this chili will depend on the brand of barbecue sauce you use. When choosing a prepared barbecue sauce, read the label carefully to choose one that’s low in sugar.

Servings
6

Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded coleslaw mix (cabbage and carrots)
  • 4 tsp. seasoned rice vinegar
  • 2 8-oz. pkg. tempeh, finely crumbled
  • 1 1/2 cups prepared barbecue sauce, such as Stubb’s Original or Spicy Bar-B-Q Sauce
  • 2 15-oz. cans low-sodium pinto beans, rinsed and drained

Preparation

1. Toss coleslaw mix with vinegar in bowl; season with salt and pepper, if desired. Let stand 20 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, combine tempeh and barbecue sauce in large saucepan, and bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, stirring constantly. Add beans and 11/2 cups water, and simmer 20 minutes. Serve chili topped with coleslaw mix.

Nutrition Information

  • Calories 316
  • Carbohydrate Content 43 g
  • Cholesterol Content 0 mg
  • Fat Content 7 g
  • Fiber Content 13 g
  • Protein Content 25 g
  • Saturated Fat Content 0.5 g
  • Sodium Content 485 mg
  • Sugar Content 11 g

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