Vegan Chocolate Chili
A hearty bean and vegetable chili with tomatoes, warm spices, and unsweetened cocoa for a deep, savory finish.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the vegetables and other ingredients as listed.
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Step 2
Heat the olive oil in the large pot over medium heat. Add the onion, bell pepper, and carrots, then cook until softened.
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Step 3
Add the garlic and jalapeño, then cook until fragrant.
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Step 4
Stir in the tomato paste, cocoa powder, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Cook over medium heat while stirring.
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Step 5
Add the crushed tomatoes, vegetable broth, black beans, kidney beans, corn, and maple syrup. Stir well and bring to a boil over high heat.
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Step 6
Reduce to low heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the chili is thickened.
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Step 7
Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the lime juice.
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Step 8
Ladle the chili into serving bowls and top with the cilantro.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in shallow containers and use within 3 to 4 days. Reheat leftovers to 74°C before serving.
Risk factors
- Hot, thick chili can cause burns if it splashes.
- Cooked leftovers require prompt cooling and refrigeration.