Ansazi Poblano Stew (Or Pintos)

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 0
Ansazi Poblano Stew (Or Pintos)
in Stew

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 cups anasazi beans or 4 cups pinto beans , already cooked
2 tablespoons olives or 2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 medium onion , chopped
1 large garlic clove , minced
2 large tomatoes , chopped
1 poblano pepper , roasted , skinned and chopped ( a Poblano is a green ancho chile )
salt and pepper
1 cup mild Mexican cheese or 1 cup monterey jack cheese , shredded

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
355
Sugar
3g
Fat
16g
Ansazi Poblano Stew (Or Pintos) is a flavorful and nutritious stew that is a popular dish in the American Southwest. Made with anasazi beans or pinto beans, this stew is loaded with fiber, protein, and essential nutrients. It is cooked with tomatoes, onion, garlic, and poblano peppers that have a spicy yet sweet flavor profile. You can choose to roast the poblano pepper or use canned ones for convenience. This vegetarian meal is perfect for a weeknight dinner and can be served with cornbread or tortilla chips. The leftovers can be stored in the fridge or freezer for future meals.

Instructions

1.In a pan, heat oil and sauté onion and garlic, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes.
2.Add in tomatoes and poblano pepper then cook until soft, for about 5 minutes.
3.Add in the cooked beans, stir and heat for 5 minutes.
4.Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5.Garnish with cheese and serve.

PROS

This stew is hearty and filling, perfect for a cold night.

The anasazi beans have a meaty texture that makes this dish more satisfying.

It is also low in fat and high in protein, making it a healthy option.

CONS

Some people find anasazi beans harder to find than pinto beans.

The poblano pepper can also be too spicy for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This stew is a good source of dietary fiber, protein, vitamins, and minerals.
Beans are known to regulate blood sugar and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Tomatoes and poblano peppers are rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.

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