Bean & Halloumi Stew

Ingredients

3tbsp olive oil
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 red pepper, thinly sliced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
3tbsp red chilli pesto, sundried tomato pesto or vegan alternative
coriander
beans, drained and rinsed
tomatoes
halloumi, sliced
coriander, finely chopped
garlic bread, to serve (optional)

Method

  1. In a frying pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil over medium heat. Add the onion and pepper along with a pinch of salt, and sauté for 10 minutes or until softened. Stir in the garlic, pesto, and ground coriander, cooking for an additional minute. Then add the beans and tomatoes along with ½ can of water, bringing the mixture to a simmer and cooking uncovered for 10 minutes.
  2. In a separate frying pan, add the remaining oil and heat over medium. Fry the halloumi for 2 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
  3. Taste the bean mixture for seasoning, then spoon it into deep bowls. Top with the halloumi and sprinkle with chopped coriander. Serve with garlic bread, if desired.