Habichuelas Guisadas

Name: Habichuelas Guisadas
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Dominican
Ingredients: 2 cans canned red beans (15 oz can), drained, rinsed; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1/2 yellow onion, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 red bell pepper, diced; 1 can tomato sauce (8 oz can); 1 tbsp tomato paste; 2 tbsp green olives (pitted), chopped; 1/4 tsp ground cumin; 1/4 tsp dried oregano; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper; 1/2 cup water

Tender red beans stewed in a savory tomato sauce with peppers and spices, a traditional Dominican trending side dish that is hearty and flavorful.

45 minEasyServes 6240 cal/serving

DominicanSideStovetopVegetarianVegan

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Ingredients

2 cans canned red beans (15 oz can), drained, rinsed
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 red bell pepper, diced
1 can tomato sauce (8 oz can)
1 tbsp tomato paste
2 tbsp green olives (pitted), chopped
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup water

Instructions

1

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2

Add 1/2 diced yellow onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook 2-3 minutes until softened.
3

Add 1/2 diced red bell pepper and cook 2-3 minutes more.
4

Stir in 1 tbsp tomato paste, 1/4 tsp ground cumin, and 1/4 tsp dried oregano. Cook 1 minute until fragrant.
5

Add 2 cans drained, rinsed canned red beans (15 oz can), 1 can tomato sauce (8 oz can), and 1/2 cup water.
6

Bring to a simmer and cook 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until canned red beans (15 oz can) are tender and sauce thickens.
7

Fold in 2 tbsp chopped green olives (pitted). Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper.
8

Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve hot as a side dish with rice and a main course.

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What is Habichuelas Guisadas?

Tender red beans stewed in a savory tomato sauce with peppers and spices, a traditional Dominican trending side dish that is hearty and flavorful. This reference files it under Dominican side: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 45 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Habichuelas Guisadas?

As written, 45 minutes: 10 of prep and 35 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 6 (20 minutes): "Bring to a simmer and cook 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until canned red beans (15 oz can) are tender and sauce thickens."

How do I know when Habichuelas Guisadas is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 6: cook until canned red beans (15 oz can) are tender and sauce thickens.

How many calories are in Habichuelas Guisadas?

One serving (the recipe makes 6) is about 240 calories, with 12 g protein, 38 g carbohydrate and 3 g fat, plus 9 g fiber and 520 mg sodium.

How do I store and reheat Habichuelas Guisadas?

Refrigerate what is left of Habichuelas Guisadas within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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