Spicy Hot Beans

Dive into a bowl of bold, fiery flavors with this Spicy Hot Beans recipe—a hearty, plant-based dish that’s effortless to prepare and packed with protein. Featuring a zesty combination of kidney beans and black beans simmered in a rich tomato base infused with aromatic spices like smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, and a touch of cayenne pepper for an irresistible kick, this recipe is perfect for spice lovers. The addition of jalapeño, garlic, and onion enhances its savory depth, while a garnish of fresh cilantro adds a burst of freshness. Ready in just 35 minutes, these fiery beans make an excellent main course served over rice or a flavorful side dish alongside tortillas, grilled vegetables, or meats. It's the ultimate comfort food for weeknight dinners or meal prep, loaded with bold seasoning and customizable heat levels.

Nutriscore Rating: 88/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups kidney beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 2 cups black beans (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium jalapeño pepper, finely diced
• 1 14-ounce can crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and diced jalapeño pepper. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the kidney beans, black beans, crushed tomatoes, and vegetable broth to the skillet. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Stir in the ground cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer and reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed (add more salt, chili powder, or cayenne pepper for extra heat).

Step 8

Remove from heat and let the beans rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Serve hot as a main dish with rice or as a side to complement tortillas, grilled vegetables, or meats.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1441.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1313.0

Total Fat 35.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3352.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 193.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 61.6g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 63.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 443.7mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 3545.2mg	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: 23.6%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 57.5%