Beans in spicy tomato sauce
4 servings
30 minutes
Beans in spicy tomato sauce is a vibrant dish of Mexican cuisine that combines the rich flavors of smoked bacon, fiery chili, and caramelized onions. Its roots trace back to Latin American culinary traditions where beans play a key role due to their nutritional value. The spicy sweet dressing made from tomatoes and apple cider vinegar adds a pleasant zest to the dish, while the beans absorb the sauce's aroma making it hearty and rich. It is perfect as a standalone dish or as a side to meat and tortillas, creating an atmosphere of warmth and hospitality. Each spoonful reveals a complexity of flavors – first the crispy bacon, then the sweet tang of tomato and a spicy hint of pepper that leaves a light aftertaste. This dish is a true gastronomic passion of Mexico that enlivens traditional family meals.
1
Cut the brisket into strips and fry in a heated pan, seasoned with coarse black pepper.
- Smoked pork belly: 200 g
- Ground black pepper: to taste
2
Add finely chopped chili and crushed garlic to the brisket. Fry until the brisket is crispy and golden.
- Chili pepper: 1 piece
- Garlic: 1 piece
3
Then add finely chopped red onion, and when it softens slightly, add brown sugar. The sugar should caramelize and bind all the ingredients.
- Red onion: 0.5 piece
- Cane sugar: 1 tablespoon
4
Finally, add vinegar and tomatoes. Then simmer the sauce a bit more on low heat.
- Apple cider vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Plum tomatoes in their own juice: 400 g
5
Then we add canned beans and let it simmer on low heat for 5-6 minutes.
- White beans: 400 g
