Brenebon Stew

Ingredients

• 2 cups (400g) red beans, soaked overnight 2 cups (400g) red beans, soaked overnight
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 carrots, diced 2 carrots, diced
• 2 potatoes, diced 2 potatoes, diced
• 1 cup (240ml) coconut milk 1 cup (240ml) coconut milk
• 4 cups (960ml) vegetable broth 4 cups (960ml) vegetable broth
• 200g diced beef (optional) 200g diced beef (optional)
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 10g, 7g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 50g, 6g
• Protein: 15g
• Fiber: 12g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Drain and rinse the soaked red beans.
2. 2.
   In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until fragrant.
4. 4.
   Stir in the ground coriander, cumin, turmeric powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute to release the flavors.
5. 5.
   If using beef, add the diced beef to the pot and cook until browned.
6. 6.
   Add the red beans, carrots, potatoes, coconut milk, and vegetable broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.
7. 7.
   Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 1 hour or until the beans are tender and the flavors have melded together.
8. 8.
   Adjust the seasoning if needed.
9. 9.
   Serve the Brenebon Stew hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Red beans — Soaking the beans overnight helps to reduce cooking time and ensures they cook evenly.
• Coconut milk — Use full-fat coconut milk for a creamy and rich flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, add a chopped chili pepper to the stew.
• If you prefer a thicker consistency, mash some of the cooked beans and vegetables before serving.
• Experiment with different vegetables such as green beans or bell peppers to add more variety to the stew.
• To make it heartier, serve the Brenebon Stew with a side of steamed rice or crusty bread.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed the next day, as the flavors tend to deepen and intensify.

Serving advice

Serve the Brenebon Stew hot in individual bowls, garnished with fresh cilantro. Accompany it with steamed rice or crusty bread for a complete and satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle some paprika or turmeric powder on top of the stew before serving. Serve it in colorful ceramic bowls to showcase the vibrant red color of the stew.