Peruvian Comfort in a Bowl: Hearty Pallares Stew

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 carrots, diced
• 1 onion, diced
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 potatoes, diced
• 2 tomatoes, diced
• 4 cups vegetable broth or water
• 2 cups dried Pallares (Lima beans), soaked overnig