Peruvian Mashed Beans

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) bag dry Peruano (Peruvian) beans
  • 3 quarts water, or as needed
  • 1 onion, halved
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 2 tablespoons chicken bouillon (such as Knorr(R))
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/4 cup canola oil

Instructions

  1. Rinse beans in cold water. Place in a bowl with water to cover; soak for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  2. Transfer soaked beans to a large pot; fill with 3 quarts water. Add onion and garlic. Cover and cook over low heat until boiling, about 30 minutes. Add bouillon and season with salt. Cook, adding more water as needed, until beans are tender, 30 to 40 minutes more.
  3. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add a few scoops of cooked beans, 1 clove of cooked garlic, and about 1/2 of the water from the pot. Bring to a simmer and mash. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

476 kcal 24% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 9.2g 18% DV
Total Fat 36.2g 46% DV
Carbs 29.6g 11% DV
Fiber 3g 11% DV
Sugar 6.5g 13% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 15948.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 268.8mg 6% DV
Cholesterol 3.3mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 3.3mcg
Vitamin C 0.7mg 1% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 76.8mg 6% DV
Iron 1.9mg 11% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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