Tempeh Chili – High-Protein Vegan Recipe

Name: Tempeh Chili – High-Protein Vegan Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (8 oz.) package tempeh, crumbled; 1 large onion, chopped; 3 large cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons olive oil or 1/4 cup water, for sauteing; 1 can (15 oz.) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 can (15 oz.) pinto beans, drained and rinsed; 1 can (15 oz.) black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 can (28 oz.) diced fire-roasted tomatoes and juices or 3 cups fresh diced tomatoes; 1 can (14oz.) sweet corn, drained, optional; 1 can (4 oz.) diced mild green chilies or 1 green bell pepper, cored, seeded and diced; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/2 – 1 teaspoon garlic powder, optional; 1/2 teaspoon chipotle powder, optional; salt & pepper to taste; 1 bottle (8oz.) dark beer (Negra Modelo 1 bottle = 1 1/2 cups) plus 1/2 cup additional water or 2 cups water; sliced scallions; Vegan Cashew Sour Cream

Instructions

Prep:5minCook:45min

This hearty vegan tempeh chili is packed with protein, beans, tomatoes, spices, and bold flavor. Easy one-pot recipe that's gluten-free, oil-free adaptable, and perfect for meal prep, weeknight dinners, or cozy winter meals.

Updated at: Wed, 04 Mar 2026 13:05:50 GMT