Dominican Bean Stew / Habichuelas Rojas Guisadas

Name: Dominican Bean Stew / Habichuelas Rojas Guisadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups red kidney beans, boiled very soft; water, in which you boiled the bean; 2 sprigs fresh cilantro, with leaves; 1 cubanelle pepper, chopped; 1 small red onion, quartered; 1 chicken stock cube; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 2 tablespoons oil; 2 garlic cloves, mashed; 1 pinch oregano; salt

Servings: persons

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Do-ahead tip: Buy a small bag of uncooked beans and put half of the bag in a large pot, fill with water almost to the top, simmer over medium-low heat for 3-4 hours or test for doneness (hold one between your fingers and squeeze, if it easily mashes without much pressure they're done.)
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Don't drain and you can keep them in a tightly sealed container for up to 2 days or you can freeze them for up to a month and thaw completely before using.
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These taste so much better than the canned ones but it's not going to hurt if you use those for a shortcut.
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If you are using canned beans it should be 2 cans.
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In a pot heat the oil.
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Add oregano, onion, garlic, tomato paste, peppers, salt and herbs.
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Stir and add two tablespoons of water.
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Add the beans and simmer.
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When the water has almost evaporated add the chicken stock, cilantro and two more tablespoons of water, stir.
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Add the remaining water mashing the beans over heat.
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Boil at medium heat until it reaches a creamy consistency.
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Remove cilantro before serving.
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Adjust salt to taste.
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Serve over white rice.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups red kidney beans, boiled very soft, water, in which you boiled the bean, 2 sprigs fresh cilantro, with leaves, 1 cubanelle pepper, chopped, and more.

Yes, Dominican Bean Stew / Habichuelas Rojas Guisadas falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!