Black Bean Chili with Chocolate

5 from 6 votes

Learn how to make an unforgettable black bean chili with dark chocolate cocoa. Simple, healthy, and incredibly flavorful, this recipe will not disappoint.

Prep Time10

Cook Time45

Total Time55

Diet: Vegetarian

Servings: -10 servings

Calories: 337kcal

Ingredients

2 tbsp olive oil
1 white onion peeled and chopped
3 garlic cloves peeled and minced
3 carrots peeled and chopped
3 celery stalks chopped
2 chili pepper minced
50 ounces cooked black beans Typically two 25 oz. cans. You can also use kidney beans, with liquid
28 ounces peeled tomatoes Typically one can.
3 tbsp chili powder
1 1/2 tsp cumin
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp dark chocolate 60-70% - use vegan dark chocolate, if desired

Instructions

Heat olive oil over a medium flame in a large soup pot. Add onions and sauté for 1-2 minutes, then add garlic and sauté for another minute.
Add carrots, celery, and hot chile to the pot along with the beans, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, and cinnamon. Stir well, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer, and cook for about 45 minutes.
Turn off the heat and mix in the cocoa powder and optional grated chocolate. Taste and adjust seasonings, if necessary, before serving.
Serve as is, or topped with garnishes such as shredded cheddar cheese, minced green onions, minced cilantro, diced avocado, fresh salsa, and/or sour cream.

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