Recipes with beans

Let's talk about this delicious legume and recipes with beans . To reclaim their place in the kitchen, with a collection of bean dishes packed with flavor and tips for perfect results.

In this section, we open the door to discover bean-based dishes that go beyond the classic stew (although be careful, the stew also comes with everything).

And, as if that weren't enough, there are tips on how to cook beans , what to combine them with , and those existential questions like what to cook with beans, which make us look at the pot as if it were a magic ball.

About recipes with beans

Talking about recipes with beans opens a huge door to creativity. Although many people think beans are a winter staple, they're wrong. This noble ingredient goes well in soups , salads , vegan burgers , dips , and even desserts .

And they're not just delicious, they're also affordable and last a long time. Plus, there's something for every taste: white beans , black , lima beans , red beans , mung , and more.

• Fun fact: not everywhere they're called porotos . In Spain, for example, they're known as alubias or frijoles ; in Mexico and Central America, as frijoles ; in Venezuela, caraotas ; and in some parts of South America, habichuelas . Different names, same magic.

Bean Dishes: An Ingredient That Crosses Borders

From Creole locro to chili con carne , Brazilian feijoada to refried beans , beans are citizens of the world.

The best thing is that every culture and region has its own bean recipes, which inspire you to create your own and try bean dishes every time.

What to cook with beans? Ideas for every day

Yes, I know, we don't want to spend hours in the kitchen every day, but there are bean-based meals that can be made in half an hour. For example, a warm salad with white beans , cherry tomatoes , and fresh basil is a marvelous quick fix.

You can also make homemade black bean and oat burgers, which are not only delicious but also filling! Another unbeatable option is wraps or tacos with beans , avocado, and shredded cabbage. A fresh and crunchy combination.

What to combine beans with so they don't fail?

• Onion, garlic and bell pepper : The holy trinity also for recipes with beans.
• Red chorizo, bacon or ham : If not in veggie mode, they add depth of flavor to bean dishes.
• Fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro : For the finishing touch that lifts everything.
• Tomato (in sauce or fresh) : To provide acidity and freshness.
• Rice or quinoa : a winning combination for a complete dish!

How to make beans without overcooking them

1. The key to cooking beans is soaking . Leaving dried beans in water (at least 8 hours) is like giving them a spa bath. They soften, cook faster, and don't produce unwanted gas.
2. Then, cook them in clean water over medium heat until tender. How long? It depends on the type, but on average, one hour. If you have a pressure cooker, it's less than half that!
3. Meal prep tip : You can cook and freeze them. Always make extra, so you have the base ready every time you want to make a recipe with beans .

Bean recipes to whet your appetite

• Locro criollo : A must-have on May 25th, but good all year round. Full of flavor and tradition.
• Black bean and tomato salad : Freshness with character.
• Minestrone soup with beans : A versatile and tasty Italian classic.
• Black Bean Burgers : Perfect for making lots and freezing.
• Refrite beans: The traditional Mexican recipe.

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