One-pot bean and green stew

One-pot bean and green stew

This wholesome bean and green stew by Mr Cookfulness, Ian Taverner, is an easy one-pot, vegan recipe packed with fibre, plant-based protein, and nutrient-rich vegetables. Made with mixed beans, tomatoes, spinach, kale, and warming spices, it's a hearty and budget-friendly meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.

Ingredients

For this recipe, you will need:

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup frozen chopped onion
• 1 tsp garlic puree
• 1 tsp chilli paste
• 1 tsp ginger paste
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tbsp tomato puree
• 2 fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried)
• 1 can chopped tomatoes
• 2 cans mixed beans drained
• 600ml vegetable stock
• a large handful of spinach
• a large handful of kale
• pinch salt and pepper to taste.

Method

1. First, fry the onion on a medium heat for about 5 minutes until soft.
2. Then add the garlic paste, chilli paste and ginger paste and stir.
3. Add the ground coriander and ground cumin, the tomato puree and the can of chopped tomatoes.
4. Next, add the mixed beans, pour in the vegetable stock.
5. Add the spinach and kale and simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Serve with crusty bread, pasta or brown rice for a delicious and nutritious supper.