Place a large pot on medium heat and add the beans and broth or water and bring to a boil. Some white foam may form on the top, just scoop it off with a large spoon.
Once boiling, add the carrots, mushrooms, green beans – cover and let it simmer on low-medium heat for around 10-15 minutes until the beans and vegetables become soft.
Add more liquid as needed and desired. I like a thicker stew, so I only added enough liquid for it to reach my desired consistency.
While the beans are cooking, in a large saucepan on medium-low heat, add the oil, onion, garlic and ginger and cook until the onion is translucent.
Add the spices except for the smoked paprika and cook for 1 minute more until the spices are fragrant, stirring constantly.
Pour the onion mixture into the beans and vegetables, add the smoked paprika and heat until it simmers.