Turkey and Black Bean Stew Recipe
This turkey and black bean stew recipe is a cozy one-pot meal made with onion, carrot, bell peppers, tomatoes, and warm spices, then simmered low and slow. Soaking the beans first helps them cook evenly, and a small splash of vinegar at the end brightens the pot. Clear ingredients and how-to steps make it easy to follow.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Method
Prep the beans
Sort and rinse the dried black beans. If you can, soak them in water for 8–12 hours, then drain and rinse again for more even cooking.
Sauté the vegetables
Heat olive oil in a large pot. Cook the onion for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add carrot and bell peppers and sauté for another 4–5 minutes.
Bloom garlic and spices
Stir in garlic, oregano, and cumin. Cook for about 30–45 seconds, just until fragrant—keep it moving so it doesn’t scorch.
Brown the turkey
Add the turkey pieces. Cook over medium heat for 5–7 minutes, stirring, until the outside is no longer pink and lightly browned.
Add tomatoes, beans, and liquid
Mix in the tomatoes and beans. Pour in hot water/stock to cover (about 6 cups), bring to a boil, then reduce to a gentle simmer.
Simmer until thick
Keep the lid slightly ajar. Simmer for 1.5–2 hours, until the beans are tender and the stew thickens. Add a little hot water if the pot gets too dry.
Finish and season
Near the end, stir in the white wine vinegar and basil. Season with salt, simmer 5 minutes more, then let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

