Habichuelas Guisadas Dominicanas ∘ Dominican Style Beans ∘ Ep. 220

red beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Black beans are lower in calories, while pinto beans are often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier, while vegetable oil is more affordable.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley offers a similar flavor profile and is often cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

Heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

Add chopped cilantro, green bell pepper, onion, celery, Dominican ajicito, and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes.

Add canned red beans (can use Roman or pinto beans), and sauté for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.

Mix in adobo, garlic powder, onion powder, Dominican oregano, sazón ranchero, sazón liquid, a little tomato paste, and chicken bouillon.

Pour in enough water to cover the beans and bring to a boil for 25-30 minutes.

Remove the vegetables and blend them in a blender, then return them to the pot.

Add bitter orange juice and a pinch of sugar, and adjust seasoning with salt or more chicken bouillon as needed.

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