Black Bean and Chocolate Chili

Black Bean and Chocolate Chili

You can make this hotter or milder if you like.   I tend to add a little more heat.  I made this for a chili fundraiser at my old teahouse. It went well.  

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3 tablespoons olive oil

3 cups chopped onions

8 cloves garlic, minced

2 stalks celery, sliced

1 carrot, diced

3 jalapeno chiles, minced

2 tablespoons cumin

4 teaspoons oregano

1 teaspoon cinnamon

2 pinches ground cloves

2 teaspoons ground coriander

2 tablespoons chili powder

1 teaspoon ground black pepper, to taste

3 cups chopped red bell peppers

8 cups of cooked black beans

2 tomatoes, diced

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

2 tablespoons soy sauce

½ cup semisweet chocolate chips

cheddar cheese or sour cream or scallions, for serving

1. Sauté onions, garlic, celery, carrot, and chilies in oil for 5-10 minutes.

2. Add spices, bell peppers, beans, and tomatoes and simmer for about 30-45 minutes.

3. Add water to achieve desired consistency.

4. Add lime juice, soy sauce and chocolate 10 minutes before serving.

5. Garnish with cheese, sour cream and/or scallions.