Conventional Pot (Stovetop):
Heat the Oil:
Heat the olive oil in a large pot or pan over medium heat.
Sauté the Aromatics:
Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté, stirring constantly, until the onion becomes translucent.
Cook the Tomatoes:
Add the chopped tomatoes to the pot and let them simmer for about 5 minutes, or until they become soft.
Add the Spices:
Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, smoked paprika (if using), turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute to allow the spices to release their flavors.
Combine with Beans and Broth:
Once the tomatoes are soft and saucy, add the veggie broth, tomato paste, and drained canned white beans. Stir everything together.
Simmer:
Let the stew simmer for another 5-10 minutes, until it starts to thicken. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve:
Top the stew with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley. Serve hot with pita or naan bread.
Instant Pot:
Soak the Beans:
Start by soaking the dry white beans in water overnight, ensuring they are covered by at least 2 inches of water.
Sauté the Aromatics:
Set your Instant Pot to sauté mode. Add the olive oil, onion, and garlic, and cook until the onion is soft and translucent.
Cook the Tomatoes:
Add the chopped tomatoes to the Instant Pot and let them simmer for about 5 minutes, or until soft.
Add the Spices:
Stir in the ground cumin, paprika, smoked paprika (if using), turmeric, salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute to release the flavors of the spices.
Combine with Beans and Broth:
Add the veggie broth, tomato paste, and drained, soaked beans to the Instant Pot. Stir to combine.
Pressure Cook:
Secure the lid, set the Instant Pot to high pressure, and cook for 17 minutes. Ensure the pressure release handle is in the “sealing” position.
Natural Release:
Once the cooking time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally for 15 minutes. Afterward, perform a quick release by moving the release handle to the “venting” position.
Check Consistency:
You should have soft beans in a thick sauce. If the sauce is too watery, switch the Instant Pot back to sauté mode and let it simmer until it thickens to your liking.
Serve:
Top the stew with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley. Serve hot with pita or naan bread.