Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped (1 cup)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (2 teaspoons)
- 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup)
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
- 1 (14-ounce) can vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (Simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add bell peppers and cook until slightly softened, about 5 minutes more.
- Stir in cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute more.
- Add black beans, corn, tomatoes, and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Stir in cilantro and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Protein: 12g
- Fiber: 8g
Dish Characteristics:
- Savory and flavorful
- Rich and hearty
- Perfect for a cold or rainy day
- Ideal for a casual get-together or party
User Comments:
- "This stew was absolutely delicious! The spices were perfectly balanced and the beans and corn added a nice texture."
- "I made this for a potluck and it was a huge hit. Everyone raved about the flavor."
- "I'm not usually a fan of black beans, but this stew was surprisingly good. I'll definitely be making it again."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have smoked paprika, you can substitute regular paprika.
- You can add other vegetables to this stew, such as zucchini, carrots, or celery.
- Serve this stew with rice or bread for a complete meal.
