Cochayuyo and Black Bean Stir-Fry

Cochayuyo is a fantastic base for a hearty stir-fry, especially when paired with black beans. This recipe is a flexible starting point; feel free to substitute your favorite vegetables.

Ingredients:

• 3 cups sliced cochayuyo
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans
• 1/2 cup sliced red pepper
• 1 chopped onion
• 4-5 minced garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons minced ginger
• 1/2 can diced tomatoes
• 3 cups spinach
• 1/2 cup celery
• 2-3 tablespoons cooking oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 tablespoon curry powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Heat cooking oil in a large skillet.
2. Sauté onions for 2-3 minutes, then add garlic, ginger, and red pepper. Cook for another minute.
3. Stir in cumin, curry powder, chili powder, paprika, and rosemary.
4. Add celery, black beans, and tomatoes. Simmer covered for 15 minutes.
5. Incorporate spinach and cochayuyo. Cover and simmer for 5 more minutes until spinach wilts and cochayuyo is heated through.

This dish is packed with flavor and nutrition. Cochayuyo is a unique ingredient that can spark interesting conversations at your dinner table.