Name: Caribbean Stewed Red Beans
Prep time: 8 h
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 10 h
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: 2 cups dried red beans; 1 onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 can diced tomatoes; 2 cups vegetable broth; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp cumin; 1 tsp dried thyme; Salt and pepper to taste; 2 tbsp olive oil; Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish); Cooked rice (optional, for serving)

Instructions

Start by soaking the dried red beans in a large bowl of water overnight.
In a large pot over medium heat, warm the olive oil. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the diced red and green bell peppers, cooking until they start to soften, approximately 5 minutes.
Drain the soaked red beans and add them to the pot along with the can of diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, smoked paprika, cumin, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let the beans simmer, covered, for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender and the flavors have melded together.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed with additional salt and pepper.
Once the beans are fully cooked, serve them hot over a bed of cooked rice if desired, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro for a burst of freshness.
Enjoy your Caribbean Stewed Red Beans with a side of plantains or a simple green salad for a complete and satisfying meal that will transport your taste buds to the sunny shores of the Caribbean.

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