Chili Champion: My Best Spices for a Symphony of Flavor

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil (30 ml)
• 1 large onion, chopped (about 1 cup, 150g)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 tsp, 10g)
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup, 150g)
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped (about 1 cup, 150g)
• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey/plant-based substitute) (450g)
• 2 tbsp chili powder (30 ml)
• 1 tbsp ground cumin (15 ml)
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika (15 ml)
• 1 tsp dried oregano (5 ml)
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat – adjust to taste) (2.5 ml)
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder (2.5 ml)
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (1 ml)
• Salt
• freshly ground black pepper
• 1 (28 oz) can crushed tomatoes (800g)
• 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed (425g)
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed (425g)
• 1 cup beef broth (or vegetable broth) (240 ml)
• 1 tbsp tomato paste (15 ml)
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar (15 ml)
• 1 oz dark chocolate (about 30g)