Black Bean Stew with Lime, Cumin & Crispy Finish

Right, I know I just posted about not being ready to give up on summer. And I meant it. But also - the slow cooker is back out and I am very happy about it. This is the first recipe in my new slow-cooker series, running up to the launch of Slow-Cooked Vegan on 8th October. And it’s a really good one to start with. Black beans are absolutely made for the slow cooker - they hold their shape beautifully while soaking up all that smoky, spiced sauce, with some breaking down slightly to naturally thicken everything around them. Add a tiny bit of cocoa powder or instant coffee (I know, just trust me), finish with lime and chilli oil and pile on something properly crunchy on top - and you have one of those meals that makes the whole house smell incredible all day. Set it in the morning. Come home to this. That’s the dream. More slow-cooker recipes coming over the next few weeks - and if this is your kind of food, Slow-Cooked Vegan is out 8th October and available to pre-order now. I really hope you love it.