Chocolate Chili
By Mary McDougall
This is a spicy chili, with the subtle flavors of chipotle and chocolate, filled with lots of healthy vegetables. Top with a bit of tofu sour cream to tamper down the heat, if desired. Or use less of the chipotle peppers. Serve over rice, or plain in a bowl.
Serves: 6-8
Prep Time: 30 min
Cook Time: 45 min
Ingredients
1 1/2 Cups
Water
2
Onions, chopped
3 Cloves
Garlic, minced
1-2 Tbsp
Chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced
1 Tsp
Oregano
1/2 Tsp
Cumin
1/8 Tsp
Cinnamon
3 Medium
Zucchini, diced
4 Cups
Kale, chopped
14.5 Ounce Can
Chopped tomatoes
15 Ounce Can
Pinto beans, drained and rinsed
3 Tbsp
Unsweetened chocolate, finely chopped
1/8 Tsp
Sugar
1/8 Tsp
Salt
Directions
Place 1/4 cup of the water in a large pot. Add the onion and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 minutes, until onion has softened. Add the minced chipotle, oregano, cumin and cinnamon. Stir into the onions and garlic for about 30 seconds. Add the remaining water, the zucchini and kale. Cook, stirring occasionally for about 5 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients, mix well, bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
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