1Tcoconut oilSee my review of Tropical Traditions Brand Coconut Oil in the product reviews section
2lborganic grass fed ground beefregular grind or larger chili grind is great too
2onionssmall (Minced)
2carrotsMinced
1cartonschopped tomatoesPomi brand (They come in one of those little boxes not a can!)
1tsea saltOr More/Less to taste
1Tagave nectarOptional
2Tvinegarwhite or cider
3Tchili powderchoose your favorite dark chili powder
2small zucchini squashquartered then thinly sliced - seeds removed if necessary
2TDave's Gourmet ghost pepper hot sauceor to taste, or use something milder - this may hurt you.
1tblack pepperfresh (or more or less to taste. I like pepper.)
2Tcocoa powderunsweetened high grade you know the drill!
Instructions
Heat the coconut oil in a heavy skillet (medium high), thoroughly brown the ground grassfed beef. Drain it if you want, but I leave it as it is.
Add all ingredients to your large crock pot and set for low for 8hrs or high for 4 hours. Stir at least once, but no more than 3 times.
Serve over steamed cauliflower to keep it Primal / Paleo and prepare to cry a little. Please adjust the spices to your taste, this is the stripped down version that's great for weekdays.
This chili keeps well in the refrigerator or freezer - sometimes I will reheat a portion on the stove and add in an additional vegetable at that time (broccoli, small chopped pieces of butternut squash, etc). Be creative and make it yours.