Attention, food adventurers and chili enthusiasts! Embark on a culinary expedition with our tantalizing Chorizo Cocoa Chili recipe, a harmonious blend of bold, smoky flavors and a hint of unexpected sweetness. This delectable dish, artfully crafted with a symphony of spices, juicy chorizo, tender beans, and the intriguing addition of cocoa powder, promises an explosion of flavors that will captivate your taste buds.
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CHORIZO CHILI
I modified a bean soup recipe and came up with this wonderful chili. I make it mild for my family but add Tabasco sauce to spice up my bowl. -Jenne Delkus, Des Peres, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 5h20m
Yield 8 servings (2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine first 9 ingredients in a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low 5-6 hours or until flavors are blended. Serve with avocado, sour cream and cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 17g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 1262mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 18g protein.
CHILI WITH CHORIZO AND CHOCOLATE
The smokiness of the bacon and liquid smoke complements the spiciness of the chorizo and sweetness of the chocolate in this chili. Just like any other chili, this is better the next day. Serve with a dollop of cilantro sour cream or some chocolate shavings.
Provided by Caroline McNabb
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Pork Chili Recipes
Time 2h50m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Brown bacon in the hot pot until slightly crisp, about 5 minutes. Drain and set bacon aside.
- Reduce heat to medium and add chorizo; cook and stir until slightly browned, about 5 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Cook and stir ground sirloin in the same pot over medium-high heat until browned, crumbly, and no longer pink, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain the grease. Add the bacon and chorizo. Add tomato sauce, tomatoes, onions, and Italian seasoning. Stir in chili powder, cumin, brown sugar, liquid smoke, garlic juice, and cinnamon.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat to a simmer and add jalapenos, kidney beans, black beans, and chocolate. Let simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors are well blended, about 2 hours. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 486.1 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 89.7 mg, Fat 25.7 g, Fiber 12.4 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 1511.4 mg, Sugar 7 g
CHORIZO CHILI
I was going to attempt a chili recipe I got from a friend and discovered I had none of the ingredients. I already had my meats thawed and was set on chili for dinner, so I took what I had in my pantry and went with it. It's a big hit in my house now.
Provided by Mary Nace
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Beef Chili Recipes
Time 3h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic in hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir ground beef and chorizo sausage into onion mixture; cook, breaking meat apart while stirring, until no longer pink, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Mix ground beef-chorizo mixture, diced tomatoes, chili, butter beans, tomato sauce, chili powder, chipotle seasoning blend, salt, and black pepper in a slow cooker.
- Cook on High until flavors have blended, 3 to 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.3 calories, Carbohydrate 17.4 g, Cholesterol 80.7 mg, Fat 29.3 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1192.8 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
CHORIZO COCOA CHILI
This is very good as is, with or without beans, with chicken or pork or beef... it is a great way to use up some leftovers too... We make it thick or thin and enjoy it always... but if you don't like chorizo, then don't make it with chorizo... I don't care for beef chorizo but love the pork. Tonight.. we had it nacho style on a...
Provided by Colleen Sowa
Categories Chili
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- 1. Bring quart of water to a boil in a very large pot. Add celery. Add onions and peppers. Add tomatoes (not the tomato paste). Cook for 10 minutes before adding remaining ingredients. Turn down the heat and simmer.
- 2. While soup is simmering, make your meatballs. Mix all ingredients together. Add about a tablespoon of olive oil to a large skillet. Pinch off about a teaspoon (or bigger if you like) of the meat mixture and put it in the skillet. Cook on Medium - Medium High heat. The "meatballs" aren't going to be round like the usual meatball, they will even flatten out a bit after you start cooking them. Be sure not to cook too fast, as they will burn, turn heat down as needed. The meatballs caramelize a bit.
- 3. Sometimes I add the beans and corn and sometimes I don't. It is good either way. When you add the beans and corn, you get a richer chili (my favorite). My daughter prefers it without beans sometimes. Adding these ingredient bump up the volume of the soup too... more servings!
- 4. Optional: Put tortilla or nacho chips in the bottom of each bowl and ladle the soup on top.
SMOKY CHORIZO CHILI
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 1h30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium heat. Crumble in the chorizo. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook, breaking up the chorizo with a wooden spoon, until browned, about 3 minutes. Add the red onion and bell peppers and cook until they begin to soften, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic, jalapeno, ancho powder, cumin, smoked paprika and oregano. Cook and stir to coat the meat and vegetables in the spices, about 1 minute.
- Add the tomatoes, beef broth and 2 cups water. Bring to a simmer over medium-low heat, then stir in the black beans and butternut squash. Simmer, uncovered, until the chili is thick and flavorful and the veggies are tender, 30 to 45 minutes.
- Serve the chili with bowls of the toppings on the side for passing at the table.
Tips:
- Use high-quality chorizo: Look for a chorizo that is made with fresh, flavorful pork and spices. Avoid chorizos that are overly processed or contain fillers.
- Cook the chorizo properly: Chorizo should be cooked until it is slightly crispy on the outside and cooked through on the inside. Overcooking will make the chorizo tough and dry.
- Use a variety of beans: This recipe calls for black beans, pinto beans, and kidney beans, but you can use any combination of beans that you like. Just be sure to use dried beans that have been soaked overnight or quick-soaked according to the package directions.
- Add cocoa powder early: The cocoa powder adds a rich, chocolatey flavor to the chili. Be sure to add it early in the cooking process so that it has time to meld with the other ingredients.
- Use a good quality beef broth: The beef broth is an important part of the flavor base for the chili. Use a broth that is made with real beef bones and vegetables.
- Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together. The longer you simmer the chili, the better it will taste.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for chorizo cocoa chili include shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, and tortilla chips.
Conclusion:
This chorizo cocoa chili is a delicious and unique twist on a classic dish. The chorizo adds a smoky, spicy flavor, while the cocoa powder adds a rich, chocolatey flavor. The chili is also packed with beans, vegetables, and beef broth, making it a hearty and satisfying meal. Whether you serve it for a weeknight dinner or a party, this chili is sure to be a hit.
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