Colombian Beans v2

Name: Colombian Beans v2
Ingredients: 1 lb pinto, red, or cranberry beans; Water (enough for soaking); 1 tbsp oil; 2-2.5 liters 8-10 cups water; ½ large carrot or 1 whole medium carrot; 1 green plantain, roughly chopped into small chunks; Salt and pepper to taste; 1-2 tbsp oil (I use olive); ½ white or yellow onion, chopped; 1-2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 Roma tomatoes, chopped; ½ tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp food coloring (Sazón Goya, Triguisar o homemade); ¼ cup 59 ml water (Optional)