Adobo con Habichuelas
Adobo con Habichuelas is a classic Puerto Rican dish featuring tender, slow-cooked meat (often pork or chicken) simmered in a rich, tangy adobo sauce with stewed red kidney beans. It's a hearty, flavorful staple typically served with white rice. The dish is a cornerstone of Puerto Rican home cooking and comfort food.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a balanced, protein-rich dish with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the beans and sauce. A typical serving provides a good source of fiber, iron, and potassium, with a calorie range of approximately 350-450 kcal, depending on the cut of meat and sauce richness.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 620 mg |
| Iron | 4 mg |
| Potassium | 480 mg |
| Magnesium | 55 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Zinc | 3.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 6 mg |
| Folate | 60 mcg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) with meat and beans, served with 1/2 cup cooked white rice · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The 'adobo' in the name refers to the iconic Puerto Rican seasoning blend (garlic, oregano, black pepper, vinegar, and sometimes citrus), which acts as both a marinade and a cooking sauce. Nutritionally, the combination of meat and beans creates a complete protein profile, making it a satisfying and nourishing meal.
