Best Easy Alubias Guisadas Recipe

White beans stewed with tomatoes, chiles, and herbs in a savory Mexican preparation. This vegetarian, high protein family dish is rich in fiber and makes a healthy, comforting meal.

Cook 80 min Difficulty NORMAL 275 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • dried white beans 2 cups
  • yellow onion, chopped 1 pieces
  • ripe tomatoes, diced 3 pieces
  • poblano chile, seeded and diced 1 pieces
  • carrot, diced 1 pieces
  • celery stalk, diced 1 pieces
  • garlic cloves, minced 3 cloves
Seasonings/Sauce
  • olive oil 2 tbsp
  • ground cumin 1 tsp
  • dried oregano 1 tsp
  • bay leaf 1 pieces
  • kosher salt 2 tsp
  • black pepper 0.5 tsp
  • fresh cilantro, chopped 0.25 cup
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 39 g 57%
Protein 13 g 19%
Fat 7 g 24%
Serving size 300g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Soak the dried white beans overnight in a large bowl with enough cold water to cover them by at least 2 inches.

  2. 2

    Drain and rinse the beans. In a large heavy pot, add soaked beans and cover with fresh water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low and simmer uncovered for 45 minutes until just tender.

  3. 3

    While beans cook, heat olive oil in a separate pan over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion for 4-5 minutes until translucent, then add carrots, celery, and cook for 3 minutes more, stirring occasionally.

  4. 4

    Add minced garlic, diced poblano chile, and tomatoes to the sautéed vegetables. Stir in ground cumin, dried oregano, and cook for 5 more minutes until tomatoes start to break down.

  5. 5

    Transfer the sautéed vegetable mixture to the beans. Add bay leaf, kosher salt, and black pepper. Simmer uncovered over low heat for another 40-50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are creamy and flavors meld.

  6. 6

    Adjust salt to taste, remove bay leaf, sprinkle chopped cilantro on top, and serve hot.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What are the key ingredients that give Alubias Guisadas its signature flavor?
The essential flavor of this dish comes from the combination of dried white beans, tomatoes, poblano chile, and aromatics like onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Seasonings such as cumin, oregano, and bay leaf further enhance its savory and comforting Mexican profile.
Q. Which cooking step is most important for perfect beans?
Simmering the soaked white beans gently over low heat with fresh water is key. Avoid boiling rapidly, as this can cause the beans to split or toughen their skins. Stir occasionally and taste for creaminess before the final mixing with the vegetable sauté.
Q. How do you prevent mushy or undercooked beans in this recipe?
To achieve tender yet intact beans, be sure not to overcook during either simmer. Keep the heat low and check for doneness after the first 45 minutes, then again in the final simmer with the vegetables. This controlled timing prevents both undercooking and mushiness.
Q. How many calories and macronutrients are in each serving?
Each serving provides about 275 kcal, with 39g carbohydrates (57%), 13g protein (19%), and 7g fat (24%). This balance delivers plant-based energy, fiber, and a high protein content in a single hearty bowl.
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