Spicy Vegetarian Chocolate Chili (Crock Pot - If De

Name: Spicy Vegetarian Chocolate Chili (Crock Pot - If Desired)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Chili; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 tablespoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 3 tablespoons chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained (petite is best); 1 jalapeno pepper, sliced thin with seeds, stems removed; 3 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, chopped; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 1 (12 ounce) bottle beer (may substitute water); 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, undrained; 1 (15 ounce) can canned pinto beans, undrained; 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, undrained; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, cut into large chunks; Toppings; shredded cheddar cheese; sour cream; chopped onion

Servings: persons

Chili
1/4 cup olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground coriander
3 tablespoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons kosher salt
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained (petite is best)
1 jalapeno pepper, sliced thin with seeds, stems removed
3 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, chopped
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
1 (12 ounce) bottle beer (may substitute water)
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can canned pinto beans, undrained
1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, undrained
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 ounces bittersweet chocolate, cut into large chunks
Toppings
shredded cheddar cheese
sour cream
chopped onion

1
Cook the onions in the oil in a Dutch oven or heavy soup pot for 15 minutes.
2
Sprinkle the onions with the cumin, oregano, cinnamon, coriander, chili powder, pepper, salt, and garlic and stir. Cook - stirring constantly to make sure the spices don't stick and burn - for an additional 5 minutes.
3
Add the diced tomatoes and jalapenos, and chipotle peppers and bring the mixture to a boil, scraping up any bits stuck to the bottom of the pan and incorporating the bits into the sauce.
4
Stir in the tomato paste and beer (or water) until smooth.
5
Lower the heat, cover and let simmer, for 45 minutes.
6
Stir in the beans, and lime juice and simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
7
Add chocolate and stir until melted.
8
Serve immediately if desired but to enhance the flavor store in the refrigerator up to 3 days, transfer to a crockpot and cook on low for up to 4 hours (or just reheat if desired). If cooking in the crock pot longer than 4 hours, add 1/2 cup water prior to cooking and stir well.
9
Ladle into a bowl and serve with desired toppings.

605

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 25 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Chili, 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 large onion, chopped, 2 tablespoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Spicy Vegetarian Chocolate Chili (Crock Pot - If Desired) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Spicy Vegetarian Chocolate Chili (Crock Pot - If Desired)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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