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Como hacer Habichuelas con Dulce? How to make Dominican Sweet Beans (Cream of Sweet Beans)

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Habichuelas con Dulce

Cultural Context

Originating from the Dominican Republic, Habichuelas con Dulce is a traditional dessert often enjoyed during Lent and Easter celebrations. This sweet bean dish is a comforting blend of beans, coconut milk, and spices, symbolizing the fusion of African and Caribbean culinary traditions. Today, it is cherished in many Latin American countries, with variations that reflect local tastes and ingredients.

DominicanDOdessert
90 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cloves
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons butter

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining a creamy texture.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with a unique flavor.

red beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans offer similar texture and flavor.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: chopped dates

Chopped dates provide sweetness and chewiness.

1

Add coconut milk, sugar, salt, and cloves to a pot.

2

Bring the mixture to a boil and let it simmer for 30 minutes.

3

In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with a little coconut milk until dissolved.

4

Gradually add the cornstarch mixture to the pot while stirring to thicken.

5

Add butter to the mixture and stir until everything is well combined.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

large potblendermeasuring cupsspoon

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-free

Also Known As

Sweet BeansDulce de Habichuelas

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