Teresa's Recipes
Porotos Granados: Chilean Cranberry Bean Stew
Step into the heart of Chile with Porotos Granados, a vibrant, hearty stew that's as colorful as the Chilean countryside. This traditional dish, brimming with succulent cranberry beans, sweet corn, and tender pumpkin, is a true testament to Chile's rich agricultural bounty. Seasoned with aromatic spices and herbs, each spoonful offers a burst of flavors that is both comforting and invigorating. This recipe has been passed down through generations, a beloved staple of family meals and festivals.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large, finely chopped Onion
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1, diced Red bell pepper
- 1 cup, soaked overnight and drained Cranberry beans
- 2 cups, peeled and diced Pumpkin
- 1 cup, fresh or frozen Corn kernels
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 4 cups Vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup, finely chopped Cilantro
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 6
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus soaking time)
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 5g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 10g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Sugar: 6g
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, minced garlic, and diced red bell pepper. Sauté these ingredients until they soften, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
- Next, stir in the soaked and drained cranberry beans, diced pumpkin, corn kernels, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Ensure all these ingredients are well combined.
- Pour the vegetable broth into the pot. Increase the heat to high and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Allow the stew to simmer for about 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the cranberry beans are tender.
- Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the finely chopped cilantro. Let the stew sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve your Porotos Granados hot, garnishing with a few extra sprigs of cilantro if desired. Enjoy this warming taste of Chile!
Tips
- For a smokier flavor, try adding a dash of smoked paprika. If cranberry beans are not available, pinto beans make a good substitute. You can also add other vegetables like carrots or celery for added nutrition.