You'll Instantly Start Craving This Unconventional Chili Addition

A good bowl of chili contains a bold, complex flavor that contains more than just spiciness. To effortlessly add a touch of smokiness, simply add some liquid smoke.

Liquid smoke is smoke that has been turned into a liquid that is made by burning wood chips. As the wood burns, it produces smoke, which is then captured and cooled down.

You can incorporate liquid smoke to chili along with the rest of your wet ingredients. It is very potent, so you don't need much at all to add a subtly smoky flavor.

It's particularly great for vegetarian versions, like a three-bean vegetarian chili, where liquid smoke can bring some extra umami flavor, filling in where meat usually would.