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Pressure Cooker Caribbean Tofu Chili

This is a solid, working-man’s chili that happens to be plant-based.

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Prep 15 min
Cook 25 min
Total time 40 min
Serves 8
Fits
Vegan
Pressure Cooker Caribbean Tofu Chili
Savoroid Latin & Caribbean

Ingredients

Servings (original: 8)
  • 32 oz extra-firm tofu, drained and pressed for 20 minutes
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1 large red onion, diced
  • 2 bell peppers (one red, one green), diced
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp Salted Perfection Key West Select Blend
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 2 cans (15 oz each) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 tbsp chipotle in adobo, minced
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
  • 2 avocados, sliced for serving

Allergen check: Soy recognized in these ingredients. Check package labels and substitutions.

Step by step

  1. Set your pressure cooker to the sauté function and add the neutral oil.
  2. Crumble the pressed tofu into the pot using your hands to create irregular, meat-like pieces. Sauté for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tofu develops golden, crispy edges.
  3. Add the diced onion, bell peppers, and sweet potato to the pot. Continue sautéing for 5 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  4. Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, and the Salted Perfection Key West Select Blend. Let it cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices and caramelize the paste.
  5. Pour in the crushed tomatoes, black beans, kidney beans, vegetable broth, and chipotle. Use a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom of the pot, ensuring no browned bits are stuck.
  6. Secure the lid and set the pressure cooker to high pressure for 8 minutes.
  7. Once the cooking time is up, allow a natural pressure release for 10 minutes before manually venting the remaining steam.
  8. Open the lid, give the chili a good stir to thicken it up, and serve hot topped with fresh cilantro and avocado slices. DUNZO!

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A little more about this recipe

Timing

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes

Yield & storage

Original yield

3.5 quarts

Storage

Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The flavors actually get better as it sits.

From Tony’s kitchen

This is a solid, working-man’s chili that happens to be plant-based. It’s got a bright, citrusy backbone from the spices that cuts right through the richness of the beans and sweet potatoes. It’s smoky, hearty, and fills the room with a smell that’ll have everyone in the house showing up to the kitchen with a bowl in hand.

Regional Influences

Nutrition • per serving

Ingredient notes

Ingredients & allergen check

Major-allergen signals: Soy

Recipe ingredients
  • Extra-firm tofu
  • neutral oil
  • red onion
  • bell peppers (one red, one green)
  • sweet potato
  • garlic
  • Salted Perfection Key West Select Blend
  • tomato paste
  • tomatoes
  • black beans
  • kidney beans
  • vegetable broth
  • chipotle in adobo
  • fresh cilantro
  • avocados

Key West blend: Organic coconut sugar, Sea salt, Chili powder, Key Lime, Organic cane sugar, Citric acid, and Spices

Check every package label. Brands, substitutions, shared equipment, and cross-contact can change allergen exposure.

Questions

Can I substitute a different Salted Perfection blend?
Yes. Choose a blend that fits the flavor direction and adjust to taste.
Do I need the exact Salted Perfection product listed?
No. The blend is an optional upgrade; the recipe is designed to work without it.
What does the featured blend add?
It adds Key West’s signature flavor profile and helps the dish come together quickly with confident seasoning. See Key West

Tony’s Fine Print

They tell me every recipe needs a little fine print, so here’s mine. I do my best to keep things straight, no surprises and no sneaky allergens. The info you see here is put together with care, capisce? But kitchens are wild places and ingredients do not always behave. Always double-check the labels on what you buy, especially if you have allergies or dietary restrictions. If something does not look right, trust your gut (and your doctor) before you trust me. Bottom line: I am here to guide, not to diagnose. You cook, you taste, you take responsibility.

Deal? Good. Now let’s eat.

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