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Aaron Hutcherson's Mole-Inspired Chocolate Chili
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Aaron Hutcherson's Mole-Inspired Chocolate Chili

Inspired by Oaxacan mole negro, this chili works in cocoa, dark chocolate, cinnamon, and peanut butter for a sauce with unforgettable depth. Don't let the ingredient list scare you — it works.

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By Aaron Hutcherson · The Kitchn ↗
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1.5h
Cook Time
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Ground Beef
Protein
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Mid-Atlantic
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Heat Level
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Medium Burn
Community Score
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Nutrition Per Serving
482
calories
per serving
29g
Protein
31g
Fat
22g
Carbs
8g
Fiber
Sodium811mg
Sugar7g
Estimates per serving (7 servings total) · Powered by Edamam
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Ingredients
2 lbs ground beefAmazon ↗
1 large onion, dicedAmazon ↗
4 garlic clovesAmazon ↗
2 tbsp chili powderAmazon ↗
1 tsp cuminAmazon ↗
1/4 tsp cinnamonAmazon ↗
2 tbsp cocoa powderAmazon ↗
1 oz dark chocolate, choppedAmazon ↗
2 tbsp peanut butterAmazon ↗
28 oz canned tomatoesAmazon ↗
1 can kidney beansAmazon ↗
Salt and pepperAmazon ↗
Steps
1
Brown ground beef in a large pot, remove and set aside
2
Cook onion and garlic in same pot until softened
3
Add chili powder, cumin, cinnamon, cocoa and stir to coat
4
Return beef to pot, pour in tomatoes and 1/2 cup water
5
Simmer 45 minutes, stirring occasionally
6
Stir in dark chocolate and peanut butter until melted and smooth
7
Add kidney beans, simmer 15 more minutes and serve
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