Making a batch of chili? Here’s the spice mix senior contributor Chris Prosperi keeps on hand.
cocoa powder
Cocoa Grill Rub
Slow-Cooker Turkey Chili with Dark Chocolate
What makes a chili unforgettable? When the meat and the right combo of spices are cooked slowly enough to make them melt into the sauce. This is the recipe that makes that happen, and the unsweetened cocoa powder addition is masterful, adding dark, dusky flavor. I first discovered this recipe in Cooking Slow, by Andrew […]
Secret-Sauce Sicilian Swordfish Will Make You Crazy Happy
This recipe’s a knock-out winner. Think zesty red sauce of olives, garlic, capers, tomatoes, and a secret ingredient — cocoa powder! — creating a fabulous sauce-bath for a meaty swordfish steak. In the way that Sicily has been influenced by many cultures, so is this dish from one of the great food places on earth. […]