Sofrito Beans(Dominican Republic)

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 16

A Flavorful and Nutritious Recipe for Sofrito Beans

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

240

Sugar

Fat

Sofrito beans are a popular dish in the Dominican Republic and are often served with rice or plantains. This dish is known for its rich flavor and nutritional value. Sofrito sauce, made from garlic, onion, peppers, and tomatoes, is a staple in many Latin American cuisines as a base for various dishes. The sauce adds amazing flavor and nutrition to the beans, which are simmered until the sauce thickens and absorbs into the beans. The result is a savory, satisfying, and healthy meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner.

Instructions

1.	Heat some olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2.	Add the sofrito sauce to the skillet and cook for a minute until it’s fragrant.
3.	Add in the red kidney beans, salt, and pepper.
4.	Stir the beans around so they’re well-coated with the sofrito sauce.
5.	Add the stock or water to the skillet and bring to a boil.
6.	Turn down the heat to low and simmer for around 10-15 minutes until the liquid thickens and the beans are cooked through. Stir occasionally.
7.	Add salt and pepper to taste and serve hot.

PROS

Sofrito beans are a tasty and nutritious dish that’s loaded with fiber, protein, and antioxidants.

This recipe is very easy to make and requires only a handful of ingredients.

CONS

Although sofrito beans are a healthy meal, the sodium content can be high depending on the type of stock or seasoning you use.

Be mindful of the portion size as beans can be heavy on the stomach.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The main ingredients of this recipe are kidney beans and sofrito sauce, both of which have several health benefits.
Kidney beans are rich in fiber, protein, and antioxidants, all of which are essential for a healthy diet.
The sofrito sauce is loaded with vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, A, and potassium, which are good for the immune system, healthy vision, and blood pressure.

	1 cup sofrito sauce ( Sofrito ( Dominican Republic ) )
	olive oil
	2 cans red kidney beans
	1 cup stock ( or water )
	salt
	pepper