Simple Bean Stew Recipe
This bean stew recipe is one of the most versatile meals in my kitchen. Itis hearty, warming and full of flavour, and the best part is that itcomes together in just 40 minutes with a handful of pantry staples.
Equipment
- Dutch Oven
Ingredients
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil for frying
- 1 onion sliced
- 2 red peppers thinly sliced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 1/2 tsp salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 x 400g can chopped tomatoes
- 250 ml vegetable stock or homemade bone broth
- 1 x 400g can red kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 2 x 400g cans white beans drained and rinsed
- Fresh bread or rice to serve
Instructions
- Heat 1-2 tbsp olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat. Add the sliced onion and fry gently for 3 minutes until softened.
- Add the sliced red peppers and continue frying for a further 3 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic, salt, cumin and smoked paprika. Stir well.
- Add the chopped tomatoes, stock, kidney beans and white beans. Stir to combine.
- Simmer gently for 20-30 minutes until the sauce has thickened and the flavours have developed.
- Season to taste and serve with fresh bread or rice.