Brazilian Black Bean Stew

Black beans are a staple in Brazilian cuisine and are often used in traditional dishes like feijoada, a hearty black bean stew.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 85 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 14.

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Brazilian Black Bean Stew

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: Brazilian Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 60 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 25 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Black beans
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 medium Bell pepper
• 2 medium Tomatoes
• 2 leaf Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 cup Water
• 2 tablespoon Fresh cilantro
• 4 wedge Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Rinse and soak the black beans overnight.
2. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
3. Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced bell pepper. Sauté until softened.
4. Stir in cumin powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
5. Add soaked black beans, bay leaves, chopped tomatoes, and water. Bring to a boil.
6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 1 hour or until beans are tender.
7. Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning if needed.
8. Serve hot with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 60g20%

Sugars 2g

Protein 15g30%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.