Frijoles Blancos con Costillas de Puerco 🇬🇹/ Comida Guatemalteca/ Receta Chapina/ Frijoles

pork ribs

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken thighs are leaner, while pork shoulder is more affordable.

white beans

🥗Healthier: canned beans

💰Cheaper: dry beans

Canned beans save time, while dry beans are often cheaper.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: green onions

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile, while green onions are cost-effective.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon provides acidity, while vinegar is a budget-friendly alternative.

Clean the white beans and put them to cook in water.

Cook the pork ribs in a skillet without oil to allow the fat to render and brown them.

Add a little salt to the pork ribs while cooking.

Once the pork is browned, add the cooked white beans to the skillet.

Blend the tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and chiles together and add to the pot.

Add thyme, bay leaves, and season with salt to taste.

Let everything simmer for about 5 minutes.

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