Vegetarian American Chop Suey (Crock-Pot)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 3
Vegetarian American Chop Suey recipe cooked in a crock-pot - A perfect meal that can be cooked and served all in one dish
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Prep

10 min

Cook

4 hours

Ready In

4 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 onion , chopped
2 garlic cloves , minced
1 can tomatoes , crushed
1 package frozen vegetarian veggie crumbles
1 -2 cup hot water
1/2 cup red wine
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
salt
pepper
8 ounces pasta ( I used bow ties , but any macaroni-type of pasta will work )
1 tablespoon basil , chopped
1/2 cup parmesan cheese , grated

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
812
Sugar
12g
Fat
12g
Vegetarian American Chop Suey is an American-Chinese dish that has become quite popular in the United States over the years. Traditionally this recipe is made with ground beef, but this recipe uses vegetarian veggie crumbles instead of meat, making it a perfect dish for vegetarians and vegans. This recipe is cooked in a crock-pot and is usually served with pasta or rice. It is an excellent dish for people who are looking to have a wholesome and filling meal that can be cooked all in one pot. The recipe takes four hours to cook in a crock-pot, allowing the flavors to blend perfectly. This recipe is a perfect comfort food that can be easily customized as per individual's taste preferences.

Instructions

1.Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add onions and garlic, saute for 2-3 minutes until they start to sweat.
2.Add crushed tomatoes, vegetarian veggie crumbles, hot water, red wine, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Mix them all together.
3.Cook the mixture on medium to high heat for 5-6 minutes.
4.Transfer the mixture to a crock-pot and cook it on high heat for 4 hours.
5.Cook pasta as per instructions on its package.
6.Lastly, mix pasta, basil, and parmesan cheese into the crock-pot mixture and stir well.
7.Ready to serve!

PROS

This recipe is perfect for one-pot meal lovers.
It is quite easy to prepare and cook and makes a filling meal.

It is a vegetarian recipe with lots of healthy vegetables crumbles that make it rich in proteins and fiber.

CONS

It is a bit high in calories and may not be suitable for people who are looking to lose weight.

The recipe may require additional seasoning to match an individual’s taste buds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Vegetarian American Chop Suey is an excellent source of dietary fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals.
The use of meat substitutes in this recipe makes it rich in proteins, which is essential for muscle growth and recovery.
It is also rich in fiber that promotes healthy digestion and helps with the absorption of essential nutrients.
The red wine used in the recipe is a rich source of antioxidants and helps reduce inflammation in the body.

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