Black Bean Stew w/Pearl Barley

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Preheat a saucepan over a medium heat and add the oil, followed by the onion, garlic, chilli and salt. Sauté until softened.

Step 2

Add the dried spices and herbs, then cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring often.

Step 3

Next, add the chipotle paste, black beans and chickpeas (garbanzos), followed by 480ml (2 cups) water, the tomato purée, soy sauce and lime juice.

Step 4

Place a lid on the pan and simmer for around 20 minutes or until the lovely liquid has thickened up.

Step 5

Meanwhile, cook the pearl barley according to the packet instructions.

Step 6

Once cooked, simply mix through the lime zest, juice, and seasoning.

Step 7

Just before serving, stir the chocolate and chopped coriander (cilantro) through the stew.

Step 8

Serve up the stew garnished with a handful of cherry tomatoes, a few coriander (cilantro) leaves and a drizzle of yogurt, alongside the barley