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Belizean Stewed Beans with Pork
A hearty and flavorful dish of slow-cooked beans, typically red kidney beans, simmered with tender pieces of pork and seasoned with aromatic spices. It's a comforting and staple meal in Belizean households.
đ§ Ingredienser
- 2 cups Dried red kidney beans(soaked overnight)
- 500 g Pork shoulder(cut into 1-inch cubes)
- 6 cups Water(or enough to cover)
- 1 large Onion(chopped)
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 medium Bell pepper(chopped)
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 0.5 tsp Allspice berries
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 1 tsp Salt(or to taste)
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground)
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup Cilantro(chopped, for garnish)
đšâđł Instruktioner
- 1
Drain and rinse the soaked kidney beans. Place them in a large pot with 6 cups of fresh water.
- 2
Add the cubed pork shoulder to the pot with the beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 1.5 hours, or until the beans and pork are tender.
đĄ Proffstips: Skim off any foam that rises to the surface during the first 30 minutes of simmering. - 3
While the beans and pork are simmering, heat vegetable oil in a separate skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Stir in the tomato paste, allspice berries, and bay leaf into the skillet. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 5
Add the sautéed vegetable mixture to the pot with the beans and pork. Stir well to combine.
- 6
Continue to simmer the stew, uncovered, for another hour, or until the beans are very tender and the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
đĄ Proffstips: If the stew becomes too thick, add a little more water. If too thin, simmer uncovered for longer. - 7
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Remove the bay leaf before serving.
đĄ Proffstips
- âFor a richer flavor, you can brown the pork cubes before adding them to the pot.
- âServe hot, garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.
- âThis dish pairs well with white rice or fried plantains.
⚠Idéer för variationer
Inspiration till din egen version av detta recept
- Add a smoked ham hock for an extra layer of smoky flavor.
- Include a pinch of ground cumin for added warmth.