I know you’re convinced that a little cinnamon improves your chili.

You are incorrect on this conviction.

  • Flying Squid@lemmy.worldOPM
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    11 days ago

    I’ve never tried it, but I bet TVP would work pretty well in chili as a substitute for meat, at least texturewise.

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      11 days ago

      That’s where the soy curls come in. TVP would be a nice addition, but I lean more in favor of a whole-foods approach. TVP = chemically stripped soy, mostly protein. Soy curls are the whole beans boiled and reformed into a surprizingly incredible and versatile meat alternative.

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      11 days ago

      I make chili for work once a quarter or so. I make two batches, one Vegan, one Fantastic (ok kidding)

      Yes, you can use just about any meat substitute they are all fantastic. Slices of seitan, TVP, Small chunks of drained and pressed low moisture tofu, morning star sausage. The spices destroy any of the finer flavors, so you’re just in it for the texture you really can’t go wrong because the only no-no is gristle.

      Before the meat alternatives got decent in the past few years, I always just made both batches with beans.