Author Notes
I have been shaving dark chocolate into my chili for quite some time. It adds a rich dark undertone and depth of flavor. I also quite like the pungent bitter hit from beer in chili. So when I stumbled upon chocolate stout beer I thought it was indeed the perfect double duty magic that would elevate my vegetarian chili to another dimension.
And elevate it does. This is a crowd pleasing chili. Meat eaters included. It is a staple in my house, and my most requested recipe. Top it with fresh avocado and cilantro, a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese. Or just eat it as is, its perfectly suited for that as well.
As an added bonus it is quite easy to make! —Abra Pappa
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Ingredients
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3 tablespoons
extra virgin olive oil
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1
large white onion, chopped
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1
large green pepper, chopped
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1
large red pepper, chopped
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1
large orange pepper, chopped
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1
jalapeño, seeded and choped
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8
cloves of garlic, chopped
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1
15 oz. can of black beans, drained and rinsed
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1
15 oz can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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1
15 oz can of garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed
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3 tablespoons
ground cumin
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1 tablespoon
coriander
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1 tablespoon
garlic powder
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1 teaspoon
mexican oregano
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1/4 teaspoon
cayenne pepper
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1 tablespoon
spanish smoked paprika
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1 1/2 teaspoons
sea salt
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1 teaspoon
black pepper
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1 cup
chocolate stout
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1
28 oz. can of fire roasted crushed tomatoes
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1
28 oz can of fire roasted diced tomatoes
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2
chipotle pepper in adobo, chopped
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1 tablespoon
adobe sauce (from pepper above)
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fresh chopped cilantro
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fresh diced avocado
Directions
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In a large pot on medium high heat saute onions, peppers, and garlic in extra virgin olive oil for 5-7 minutes (until tender, but not mushy)
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Add all of the beans and dry seasoning. Stir to coat and cook for 5 minutes
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Add chocolate stout and stir to combine, cook off alcohol. This should take about 4-5 minutes.
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Add the tomatoes, chipolte pepper and adobo sauce, stir.
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Partially cover, reduce heat to low, and allow to simmer for an hour. Stirring frequently.
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Serve in bowls with chopped fresh cilantro and sliced avocado.
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