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Puerto Rican Style Beans

Puerto Rican Style beans – A hearty red beans simmered in an aromatic sauce with big bold flavors. Quick, easy and simply delicious.
Course Main
Cuisine Caribbean
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 337kcal
Author Imma

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil (or more)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2-3 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ½-1 small jalapeno, seeded and minced (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro or parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
  • ¼-½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 4 cups cooked red beans (or three 15-ounce cans, rinse and drained)
  • 2 cups broth, or more (chicken or vegetarian)
  • 1 potato, medium-large peeled and chopped
  • ¼ cup tomato sauce
  • 1 packet Goya Sazon, with coriander (any Sazón without annatto)
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley leaves (optional for garnishing)
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Instructions

  • Heat the olive / canola oil over medium heat in a large saucepan. Add the onions, garlic, cumin, jalapenos, cilantro , paprika, bell pepper and bay leaf sauté, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and translucent, about 5-7. Do not brown.
  • Add the onions, garlic, cumin, jalapenos, cilantro, paprika, bell pepper, cayenne, and bay leaf sauté, stirring occasionally, until onions are soft and translucent, about 5-7. Do not brown.
  • Add the beans, chicken broth, potatoes, tomatoes, sazon, and salt and bring to a boil.
  • Reduce the heat, cover and simmer gently for about 15-20 minutes or more until potatoes is tender.
  • Adjust seasonings and thickness to your preference with broth and spices.
  • Remove from heat and serve warm with rice and or tostones.

Notes

Please remember that the nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary significantly based on the products used in the recipe.

Nutrition

Serving: 170g | Calories: 337kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 114mg | Potassium: 894mg | Fiber: 17g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1341IU | Vitamin C: 44mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 5mg