Belizean Stew Beans

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.

Wash red kidney beans to remove any dirt.

Add 1 small sliced onion and washed cilantro to the beans.

Use minced garlic instead of whole cloves.

Add about 14 cups of water to the crock pot, enough to nearly fill it.

Set the crock pot on high and cook for 4 to 8 hours, depending on the crock pot.

After cooking, transfer beans to a 6-quart pot on the stove.

Add chunks of ham to the pot with the beans.

Cook for an additional 20 minutes to reduce water and thicken the beans.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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