This fresh interpretation of a Southern favorite tastes even better the day after it’s made. Crumbled tofu or TVP (textured vegetable protein) may be used instead of vegetarian burger crumbles. Liquid Smoke is a hickory flavoring which is stirred in near the end of the cooking time to add a pleasant smoked nuance to the stew. It is available at natural food stores. Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, available in natural food stores, is made without anchovies.

serves 6
You might need to buy:
  • olive oil
  • grated fresh ginger
  • vegetable stock or water
  • vegetarian Worcestershire sauce or tamari soy sauce
  • prepared mustard
  • light brown sugar
  • ground allspice
  • Tabasco
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Liquid Smoke