Chipotle BBQ Beans

Chipotle BBQ Beans are a smoky, spicy, and hearty vegetarian dish that combines the rich flavors of chipotle peppers with tender beans. Perfect as a side or a main dish, they bring a delicious twist to traditional BBQ fare.

Ingredients

• Canned black beans - 400 grams (drained and rinsed)
• Canned pinto beans - 400 grams (drained and rinsed)
• Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce - 2 tablespoons (finely chopped)
• Onion - 1 medium (diced)
• Garlic - 2 cloves (minced)
• Tomato sauce - 200 grams
• Vegetable broth - 100 milliliters
• Brown sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Cider vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
2. Add the diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes, or until soft and translucent.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add the chopped chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, and ground cumin, stirring to combine.
5. Pour in the tomato sauce and vegetable broth, and bring the mixture to a simmer.
6. Add the black beans and pinto beans, stirring gently to combine.
7. Stir in the brown sugar and cider vinegar, and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Reduce the heat to low and let the beans simmer for about 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
9. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbs: 55 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from beans and tomatoes, beneficial for heart health.

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