Feijão Com Legumes E Tomate Bean And Vegetable Stew

Instructions

1. Rinse the black beans under cold water and place them in a large pot. Cover with water and let them soak overnight or for at least 8 hours.

2. After soaking, drain and rinse the beans. In the same pot, add the 4 cups of water and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the beans are tender. Add more water if needed.

3. In a separate large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and garlic, sautéing until fragrant and translucent, about 5 minutes.

4. Add the carrots, zucchini, and bell pepper to the skillet, stirring occasionally, and cook until the vegetables are slightly tender, about 8-10 minutes.

5. Stir in the diced tomatoes, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.

6. Once the beans are tender, add the vegetable mixture to the pot of cooked beans. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

7. Let the stew simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes, allowing the flavors to develop and the vegetables to fully cook.

8. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve the Feijão Com Legumes E Tomate hot, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.