How to Make Belizean Stew Beans | Vegan Option

red kidney beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Pinto beans are more affordable and still provide good texture.

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Evaporated milk is cheaper and adds creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is more budget-friendly and has a neutral flavor.

hot sauce

🥗Healthier: salsa

💰Cheaper: chili flakes

Chili flakes can add heat without the cost of bottled sauces.

Start with 1 pound of red kidney beans and wash them several times, about 3 to 4 times, using a strainer.

Add the washed beans to a slow cooker with diced onion, washed cilantro, and a little bit of garlic.

Pour in 8 to 10 cups of water to cover the beans.

Set the slow cooker on high and cook for about 8 hours overnight.

After 8 hours, check the beans; they should be soft but not fully done.

Transfer the beans to the stovetop to reduce the liquid.

Boil the beans on high heat and allow them to cook down for about 15 minutes.

Use the back of a spoon to squish some beans against the pot to thicken the mixture.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste, being careful not to contaminate the spoon when tasting.

Adjust seasoning as necessary and allow the beans to thicken to your desired consistency.

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