BRAZILIAN BLACK BEAN STEW

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Categories     Bean     Stew     Vegetarian     Raw     Simmer

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 cup salt-free tomato juice
4 1/2 cups water
1 1/2 cups raw brown rice, rinsed
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
4 cups cooked black beans (about 1 2/3 cups dried), or two 16-ounce cans, drained and rinsed
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into short, narrow strips
1 medium green or yellow bell pepper, cut into short, narrow strips
1 cup diced ripe tomatoes, or 1 cup salt-free canned diced tomatoes
1 small fresh hot green chili, or more to taste
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the tomato juice with 3 cups of the water in a large saucepan and bring to a simmer. Add the rice, then lower the heat and simmer gently, covered, until all the liquid is absorbed, about 30 minutes. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a large soup pot. Add the onion and sauté over medium-low heat until translucent. Add the garlic and continue to sauté until the onion is golden.
  • Stir in the sweet potatoes and the remaining 1 1/2 cups of water. Bring to a rapid simmer, then lower the heat. Cover and simmer gently until the sweet potatoes are just tender but still firm, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Add the beans, bell peppers, tomatoes, chili, cumin, and thyme. Simmer gently for 10 to 15 minutes longer, uncovered. The stew should have the consistency of a thick chili-moist but not soupy. Add a bit more water if too thick.
  • Stir in half of the parsley and season with salt and pepper. Serve over the hot cooked rice in shallow bowls and garnish each serving with a little of the extra parsley.
  • Nutrition Information
  • Per serving:
  • Calories: 363
  • Total fat: 4g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Fiber: 13g
  • Carbohydrate: 71g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 150mg

Rana Azam
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I highly recommend this stew. It's one of the best I've ever had.


Odud Gm
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This stew is a must-try for any black bean lover.


Lucia Palmer
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I love how easy this stew is to make.


Skobi Lili
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This stew is so flavorful and delicious.


Josaia Caucau
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This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold day.


Elegbede taiwo
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This stew is perfect for a party. It's easy to make and everyone will love it.


Kendra Haynie
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This stew is amazing! I will definitely be making it again.


Juan Sanchez
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I highly recommend this stew. It's one of the best I've ever had.


Sakil Sakil
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This stew is a must-try for any black bean lover.


Narcos Network
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I can't wait to make this stew again. It's so easy to make and it's so delicious.


Abdullah khanz
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I served this stew with rice and it was the perfect meal. The stew was so flavorful and the rice soaked up all the delicious juices.


Faruk vai
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I added some extra vegetables to this stew, like carrots and celery. It turned out great and the vegetables added a nice crunch to the stew.


Mohid Baig
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This stew is a great way to use up leftover black beans. I had a can of black beans in my pantry and I didn't know what to do with them. This stew was the perfect solution.


Sethabile Qwabe
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I love how easy this stew is to make. I just threw all the ingredients in my slow cooker and let it cook all day. It was so easy and the stew turned out great.


Kamxo Jorian
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This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's warm and comforting and the flavors are just amazing.


Evans Brandoh
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I'm not a big fan of black beans, but this stew was amazing! The flavors were so well-balanced and the stew was very hearty.


Arsan Khan
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This is one of the best black bean stews I've ever had. The instructions were easy to follow and the stew turned out great.


TREVOR W
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I made this stew last night and it was a hit with my family! The flavors were so rich and flavorful.


Raheem Alam
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This dish was absolutely delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The flavors were amazing and the stew was very filling. I will definitely be making this again.