1. Heat the oil gently in a large saucepan

2. Add the onions. Allow to soften (5mins)

3. Add all the chopped vegetables and garlic

4. Add all the spices (and fresh chili if using)

5. Stir gently to coat the vegetables and cook for 5mins (this helps to seal in the flavor)

6. Add the tomato puree and passata or tinned toms

7. Add the beans and bulgar wheat (the bulgur will swell during cooking)

8. Stir gently to combine everything

9. Add the vegetable stock

10. Bring to the boil, cover pan and simmer for about 30 mins or until the bulgur is cooked and vegetables are soft.

11. Add the lime juice

Garnish with chopped coriander, serve, devour and feel it warm you through

Photo credit: Patricia Niven