Brazilian Black Bean Stew

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons ground cumin
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 2 (15.5 ounce) cans black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.
3. Stir in the tomato paste, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper and cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the diced tomatoes, black beans, and vegetable broth and stir to combine.
5. Bring the mixture to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes.
6. Remove from the heat and stir in the cilantro before serving.

Interesting Facts

• Black beans are a great source of plant-based protein, fiber, and other nutrients.
• Cilantro is an herb that is used in many Mexican and South American dishes.
• Tomato paste is a concentrated tomato puree that is used to add flavor and thickness to dishes.