Puerto Rican Stewed Beans Habichuelas Guisadas

Discover the heartwarming flavors of Puerto Rican Stewed Beans, or Habichuelas Guisadas, a classic comfort dish brimming with vibrant spices and hearty ingredients. This beloved recipe features tender pink or pinto beans simmered in a rich, savory sauce infused with sofrito, tomato sauce, and bold seasonings like adobo, cumin, and Sazón with annatto. Diced potatoes and carrots add texture and depth, while fresh cilantro brightens the dish with a burst of freshness. Whether you’re serving it as a flavorful side or ladling it over fluffy white rice for a soul-satisfying main course, this one-pot wonder is easy to prepare and packed with authentic Puerto Rican taste. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, Habichuelas Guisadas is a flavorful ode to the island’s culinary heritage!

Nutriscore Rating: 84/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 lb dry pink or pinto beans (or canned beans, rinsed and drained)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup sofrito (Puerto Rican style)
• 8 oz tomato sauce
• 1 (optional) chicken bouillon cube
• 1 teaspoon adobo seasoning
• 1 teaspoon ground oregano
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 packet Sazón seasoning (with annatto)
• 1 medium potato, peeled and diced
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and diced
• 4 cups water or chicken broth
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0 salt, to taste
• 0 black pepper, to taste

Directions

Step 1

If using dry beans, soak them overnight and drain the water. Boil the beans in fresh water in a large pot for about 1 to 1.5 hours until tender. If using canned beans, skip this step.

Step 2

In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sofrito and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato sauce, chicken bouillon cube (if using), adobo, ground oregano, ground cumin, and Sazón packet. Cook the mixture for 1 minute to let the flavors combine.

Step 5

Add the cooked beans (or canned beans) into the pot and stir to coat them in the sauce.

Step 6

Add the diced potato and carrot to the pot, then pour in the water or chicken broth.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped cilantro and season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish, or over white rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2266.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2260.5

Total Fat 40.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2379.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 370.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 88.2g	0%
Total Sugars 26.9g
Protein 109.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 724.8mg	0%
Iron 29.8mg	0%
Potassium 8382.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 16.0%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 64.9%