2 tbsp olive oil or broth

1 large yellow onion, diced

1 red bell pepper, chopped

2 carrots, diced

2 celery ribs, diced

3 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp chili powder

2 tsp cumin

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp dried oregano

1/2 tsp cocoa powder (optional)

1 tbsp tomato paste

1 (28-oz) can crushed tomatoes

1 (15-oz) can each black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans (drained & rinsed)

1 cup corn (frozen or fresh)

2 cups vegetable broth

1 tbsp soy sauce or tamari

1 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar (optional)

1–2 chipotles in adobo or 1 tsp chipotle powder (optional)

Salt & pepper to taste

Lime wedges, cilantro, avocado, vegan sour cream for topping