SLOW COOKER CHILI
A great chili should be richly spiced, with layers of deep, savory flavor. Here, that big flavor comes from the usual contenders, but also from the unexpected additions of unsweetened cocoa, soy sauce and Worcestershire, which provide complexity. This recipe makes a thick, comforting chili that can be prepared in a slow cooker or in a Dutch oven on the stovetop. Chili is perhaps the ideal slow-cooker dish because its flavor improves with a long, slow simmer. This makes a big batch, perfect for a cold-weather get-together, but if you're making it for a smaller group, the leftovers freeze well.
Provided by Sarah DiGregorio
Categories dinner, weekday, soups and stews, main course
Time 4h30m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 27
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium. Add the onion, season with salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened and translucent, about 8 minutes. Increase the heat to medium-high, add the beef and garlic, season with salt and cook, breaking the beef into crumbles with a spatula, until the beef has lost its pink color, 8 to 10 minutes. Stir in the tomato paste and cook until slightly darkened and caramelized, about 1 minute. Stir in all the spices and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the beer and stir, scraping the bottom of the pan.
- Transfer the beef mixture into a 5- to 8-quart slow cooker. Stir in the tomatoes, vinegar, maple syrup, soy sauce, beef bouillon paste, cocoa, beans and 1/2 cup water. Cover and cook on low for at least 4 hours and up to 6 hours. (The chili can hold well on warm for an additional 2 hours.)
- When ready to serve, stir in the Worcestershire sauce. If the chili is too thick, stir in a bit of water until the texture is to your liking. Season to taste with salt. Serve in bowls and pass the toppings at the table.
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jason North
[email protected]This chili is a great freezer meal.
Kishor Solanki
[email protected]This chili is a great make-ahead meal.
Lacey Revis
[email protected]This chili is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Jobayer Hossain
[email protected]This chili is a delicious and affordable meal.
Liz Eury
[email protected]This chili is a great way to use up leftover meat.
Bokyangana
[email protected]I love the way this chili warms me up on a cold day.
ml hawlader
[email protected]This chili is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.
Miss Pori
[email protected]This chili is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.
Hari Saran
[email protected]I've been making this chili for years and it's always a hit with my guests.
Thabisa Mnamateli
[email protected]This chili is a family favorite! We make it all the time, especially in the winter.
CEO_OF_SCPS Memer
[email protected]This chili was delicious! I especially loved the addition of the cornbread muffins.
Trixy
[email protected]I made this chili in my crock pot and it was perfect! The meat was fall-apart tender and the sauce was thick and flavorful.
Shahid Mayo
[email protected]This chili was a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loved it. I'll definitely make it again, but I'll use less chili powder next time.
Prosper Ojukwu
[email protected]I love this chili recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious.
Jayson Naidoo
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my chili turned out great! The meat was tender and the sauce was flavorful.
Oka Ahmed
[email protected]This chili was easy to make and had a great flavor. I would definitely make it again.
Isabel Ndlovu
[email protected]I made this chili for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.
Magret sarpoong
[email protected]This chili was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either. I found the flavor to be a bit bland.
Esha Shah
[email protected]I've made this chili recipe multiple times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The slow cooker makes it so easy to prepare and the end result is a delicious, hearty chili that's perfect for a cold winter day.
Jawad Jawadkh3426
[email protected]This chili was a hit with my family! It was easy to make and the flavor was amazing. I especially loved the addition of the cornbread muffins.