Stewed Beans
Habichuelas Guisadas is a hearty, savory stewed bean dish that is a staple comfort food in Puerto Rican and broader Caribbean cuisine. It typically features pink or red beans slowly simmered in a flavorful tomato-based sauce with sofrito, olives, capers, and often bits of pork or ham.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a good source of complex carbohydrates and plant-based protein, with a moderate amount of fiber. A typical serving provides around 250-350 calories, depending on the specific recipe and added fats.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 240 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 40 g |
| Fat | 4 g |
| Fiber | 10 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Potassium | 550 mg |
| Folate | 180 mcg |
| Magnesium | 80 mg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
| Vitamin C | 12 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.3 mg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
What makes it unique is the 'sofrito' base—a aromatic blend of peppers, onions, garlic, and herbs that defines the flavor—and its role as a versatile, everyday staple often served over rice, reflecting the island's culinary traditions and resourceful use of legumes.
