SPICY CHOCOLATE CHILI (MY VERSION OF CINCY CHILI)

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The sweet spicy flavor of this chili comes through in this one. Chili lovers are sure to love this one! For all of the tomatoes and beans in the recipe, we used 15 oz. cans.

Provided by Kimberly Biegacki

Categories     Chili

Time 3h

Number Of Ingredients 34

COOK FIRST
1 lb lean ground beef
1 lb tri-tip, coarsely ground
1 large onion, diced
2 large green bell pepper, chopped
4 medium green finger hot chile peppers, diced
TOMATOES, BEANS, AND PEPPERS
6 c spicy hot v8
2 can(s) petite cut, diced tomatoes (14.5 oz. can)
2 can(s) light red kidney beans, drain (15.5 or 16 oz. cans)ed and rinsed
2 can(s) great northern beans, drained (15 or 15.5 oz. cans)d and rinsed
4 small cans, diced green chiles fire roasted
1 c sliced jalapeño peppers, chopped
16 oz roasted red peppers, diced (mezzetta's)
2 squares of bakers semi-sweet chocolate
1 lindt chocolate chili bar
SPICES & SAUCES
1 Tbsp worcestershire sauce
2 Tbsp chipotle sauce
2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tsp garlic powder
1 1 1/2 Tbsp (penzey's) chili 9000
2 tsp (penzey's) ancho chili pepper, ground
1 tsp onion salt
2 Tbsp (penzey's) chili powder
1 Tbsp cumin
1 Tbsp (penzey's) korintje cinnamon
1 tsp black pepper
2 tsp sea salt
1 Tbsp brown sugar, dark (opt)
1 c water or more if needed
GARNISHES
4 medium green onions, chopped
1 c sour cream (if you need to tone down the heat)

Steps:

  • 1. Gather all your ingredients first and get them ready.
  • 2. Cook up your peppers & onions in a pan with a little butter or oil. In another pan cook up your coarsely ground tri-tip and ground beef together. Drain off the meat.
  • 3. Now, over medium heat begin adding tomatoes, beans and peppers. (Add cans of pimentos at the end of cooking time and the Lindt Spicy Chocolate bar.) Once that is all stirred together begin adding you spices and sauces. Once all ingredients are added lower heat to a simmer for 3 1/2 hours to 4 hours before serving. It can cook longer if you like. The longer it cooks the better it tastes and the smell is intoxicating!!! I don't know what I like more the smell of spices, scent of cinnamon or aroma of chocolate. Add the 2 squares of chocolate about 1/2 to 45 minutes before done.
  • 4. Prepare your garnishes for the bowls of chili and enjoy your spicy/sweet chocolate chili.
  • 5. My husband finally added his Chili recipe and here is the link for it. https://www.justapinch.com/recipe/anthony-biegacki/meat-lovers-chili/chicken?k=meat+lovers+chili&fc%5B0%5D=0&p=1&o=r
  • 6. Posted here is link for the World Food Championships. https://www.justapinch.com/contest/world-food-championships-2013
  • 7. April 30th, 2015 --- I took my Spicy Chocolate Chili and made a delicious version of Cincinnati Chili 7-Way which is Chili, Pasta, Cheese, Onion, Beans, Tomato & Pepper. Of course, my chili already has the beans, tomato and pepper in it. I LOVED the diced onions on top...really good.

Brandon Woods
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This chili is a must-try for any chocolate lover.


Ayobami Ogunmoroti
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Thank you for sharing this recipe. I'm always looking for new chili recipes to try.


Andrejs Shewchenko
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I can't wait to try this chili. It sounds delicious!


Johnny Cool Dowabobo
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This chili is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Thujan Thujan
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I love that this chili is relatively healthy. It's a great way to get your chocolate fix without feeling guilty.


Jonathan Stegman
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This chili is a great make-ahead meal. I like to make a big batch on the weekend and then eat it throughout the week.


ArozZ Arjun
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my chili turned out really watery. I think I might have added too much liquid.


Frederick Amankwa
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This recipe was easy to follow and the chili turned out great. I'll definitely be making it again.


Akash Tripura
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I found this chili to be a bit bland. I added some extra spices to taste.


md omur
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This chili is a bit spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I'll probably use less cayenne pepper next time.


Feroz Khan
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I added a can of black beans to this chili and it was delicious!


Ayaan Muneeb
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This chili is also great served over cornbread or rice.


Shabani Issah
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I've made this chili both with ground beef and ground turkey, and it's delicious either way.


Juanita Mallery
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This chili is a great way to use up leftover chocolate chips.


Tony Ella
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I'm not a big fan of chocolate in savory dishes, but this chili was surprisingly good. The chocolate flavor is subtle and really enhances the other flavors.


Thet Sweoo
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I made this chili for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Edmon Abainza
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This is one of the best chili recipes I've ever tried. The chocolate adds a really unique and delicious flavor.


Dddd Ssst
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight meal.


Ryan Christenbury
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I've made this chili several times now, and it's always a hit. My family and friends love it. It's the perfect combination of sweet, savory, and spicy.


Jerome Scott
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This is absolutely delicious! The spice and chocolate balance perfectly. I highly recommend this recipe.