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Cuban White Beans

Cultural Context

Originating from the heart of Cuban cuisine, Cuban White Beans are a staple dish that reflects the island's agricultural heritage. Traditionally served with rice, they embody the resourcefulness of home cooks using simple ingredients to create hearty meals. Today, this dish is enjoyed not only in Cuba but also in various Latin American countries, often with regional twists that incorporate local spices and ingredients.

CubanCUmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 cups small white beans (dry not canned)
8 cups of water
olive oil
1 large onion chopped
1 green pepper cut into 3 or 4 large pieces
6 large garlic cloves minced
1/3 cup of tomato puree
3 small carrots or 1 large cut into large chunks
1 ½ tsp salt
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
butternut squash cut into chunks (optional but recommended)
chorizo (optional)

white beans

🥗Healthier: cannellini beans

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Pinto beans are often less expensive and still provide a similar texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable and widely available.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: none

Parsley offers a similar fresh flavor and is often more accessible.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: none

Lemon juice can be a more common alternative with a similar acidity.

1

Soften beans with olive oil in the pressure cooker for 40 minutes.

2

When beans are completely tender, add all other ingredients except for the vinegar.

3

Check that you have sufficient amount of water, better to have a little too much than not enough.

4

Cook for an additional 10 minutes in the pressure cooker until all vegetables are tender.

5

Check for salt, add the vinegar and an additional 1-2 tbsp of olive oil.

6

If the beans are a little watery, let them cook down a little.

Cooking Techniques

soakingsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

pressure cooker

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganvegetarianplant-baseddairy-freeegg-freegluten-freenut-freesoy-free

Also Known As

Frijoles BlancosCuban Beans

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