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Veggie Packed Beany Stew

Veggie Packed Beany Stew

with Rice
Michael Steadman
Michael SteadmanUpdated on October 24, 2023
Calories
686 kcal
Protein
29.2g protein
Total
20 minutes
Difficulty
Medium
Allergens:
  • Milk
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Celery
  • Celery
  • May contain traces of allergens
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

150

Basmati Rice

1

Red Onion

1

Green Pepper

(May contain traces of: Celery)

30

Mature Cheddar Cheese

(Contains: Milk)

1

Mixed Beans

1

Smoked Paprika

1

Ground Cumin

30

Tomato Puree

7.5

Worcester Sauce

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

10

Vegetable Stock Paste

(Contains: Celery)

1

Finely Chopped Tomatoes with Onion and Garlic

75

Soured Cream

(Contains: Milk)

½

Lime

100

Baby Spinach

Energy (kcal)686 kcal
Energy (kJ)2869 kJ
Fat16.7 g
of which saturates8.4 g
Carbohydrate100.4 g
of which sugars25.8 g
Protein29.2 g
Salt3.7 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Sieve
Medium Saucepan
Lid
Measuring Cups
Chopping Board
Grater
Knife
Spoon
Small Bowl
Bowl

Instructions

Cook the Rice
1

a) Bring a large saucepan of water (see ingredients for amount) to the boil with 1/4 tsp of salt for the rice. b) When boiling, add the rice, stir through and cook for 12 mins. c) Drain in a sieve, pop back into the pan, cover with a lid and leave to the side until ready to serve.

Prep Time
2

a) Meanwhile, halve, peel and thinly slice the red onion. b) Halve the green pepper, remove and discard the core. Chop into small chunks. c) Grate the cheese. d) Drain and rinse the mixed beans.

Start the Chilli
3

a) Heat a splash of oil in a large saucepan on medium-high heat. b) Add the red onion and cook, stirring, for 2 mins. c) Add the pepper and cook, stirring, for another 3 mins.

Simmer the Chilli
4

a) Add the smoked paprika, ground cumin, tomato puree and Worcester sauce. Cook for 30 seconds. b) Stir in the veg stock paste, finely chopped tomatoes with onion and garlic, and the mixed beans. c) Bring to the boil then lower the heat and simmer until thickened, 5-6 mins.

Make Your Zesty Cream
5

a) Meanwhile, pour the soured cream into a small bowl. b) Grate in the lime zest and add a pinch of salt and pepper. c) Mix together well. d) Chop the lime into wedges.

Serve
6

a) Just before you are ready to serve, stir the spinach into the chilli one handful at a time until wilted, 2-3 mins. b) Fluff and share the rice between your bowls and top with the veggie stew, a drizzle of zesty soured cream and a sprinkle of cheese. c) Finish with the lime wedges for squeezing over. Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many enjoyed the dish's taste, though some found it needed more spice or felt it was too heavy on tomato.
  • Ease of prep: Reviewers praised the recipe as quick and easy to prepare, making it ideal for midweek meals.
  • Suggestions: Consider adding extra vegetables, spices, or chilli powder to boost flavour; some found butter beans improved texture.
  • Portions: Generous servings often provided leftovers, with many reporting the recipe easily fed more than expected.
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