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Crockpot Vegetarian Chili with Chocolate

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WinnieAb's Notes: This is a vegetarian chili that is very easy to prepare as it's done in a crockpot. You can brown 1 pound of organic grass-fed turkey or beef and add it to the recipe, if you like, but my...
This is a vegetarian chili that is very easy to prepare as it's done in a crockpot. You can brown 1 pound of organic grass-fed turkey or beef and add it to the recipe, if you like, but my family prefers vegetarian chili, so I don’t usually add meat. If you don't have a crockpot, you can certainly make this on top of the stove.

The recipe has you add cocoa powder as well as dark chocolate to the chili at the end; the result is a rich and somewhat mysterious flavor that I really like. If you don’t fancy the idea of chili with chocolate, just leave it out.

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Serves 10-12

1 onion, peeled and chopped Ask a question about this ingredient

3 garlic cloves, peeled and minced Ask a question about this ingredient

3 carrots, peeled and chopped Ask a question about this ingredient

2 stalks celery, chopped Ask a question about this ingredient

2 green or red peppers (or a combination), diced Ask a question about this ingredient

2 15 oz. cans black beans or kidney beans, with juice Ask a question about this ingredient

2 28 oz. can whole tomatoes in juice Ask a question about this ingredient

1 1/2 tsp. paprika Ask a question about this ingredient

3 Tb. chili powder Ask a question about this ingredient

1 1/2 teaspoon cumin Ask a question about this ingredient

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Ask a question about this ingredient

1 teaspoon sea salt Ask a question about this ingredient

1 tablespoon organic unsweetened cocoa powder Ask a question about this ingredient

1-2 ounce 60-70% dark chocolate, grated- optional, mixed in before serving Ask a question about this ingredient

Add onions, garlic, carrots, celery, green peppers, beans, tomatoes, and spices to your crockpot. Stir and break the tomatoes into smaller chunks. Cook on high for an hour or two, and then reduce to lower temperature setting for 8 hours or overnight.
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Add salt, and then taste and adjust seasonings, if necessary. Mix in the cocoa powder and chocolate before serving.
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To serve, top with sour cream or creme fraiche, shredded cheddar cheese, minced green onions, minced cilantro, diced avocado, fresh salsa or your garnish or choice.
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6 Comments on Crockpot Vegetarian Chili with Chocolate

RobynT added about 1 year ago

A rainy Monday today, but I came home to the warm, enticing smell of this chili cooking in my crockpot. It was absolutely delicious, not to mention healthy and oh so easy to put together this morning. The cocoa/chocolate did add a wonderful depth that didn't overpower the chili like I think it sometimes can. Next time I may add a diced potato or sweet potato for extra heartiness.

WinnieAb added about 1 year ago

Yay! So glad you liked it. Reminds me I need to make this again really soon...I love the idea of the sweet potato ;)

Brenna added about 1 year ago

Sorry, I didn't add the carrots, just used them!

Brenna added about 1 year ago

I've made this before for a client (I am a personal chef) and am making it again for a new one. I used very, very dark chocolate (80%!) and added it before I put the chili in its delivery dish. I also added some gorgeous purple and yellow carrots. It was totally a hit and am excited to wake up smelling this cooking in the pot again.

WinnieAb added about 1 year ago

Thanks for letting me know, Brenna...I am happy you (and your clients) enjoy this recipe!