The “Meat:”

• 1 cup walnuts
• 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, washed, stems removed
• 4 medium carrots, cut into chunks

The Chili:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 onion, finely diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 6-ounce can diced green chiles (or fresh minced jalapeños)
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2–3 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1–2 teaspoons salt (more or less to taste)
• 2 14-ounce cans diced or crushed tomatoes (with juices)
• 1 14-ounce can beans of choice (optional, see notes)
• 1 cup water