Vegan Frijoles Antioqueños (Colombian Red Beans)

A hearty and flavorful plant-based version of the classic Colombian Frijoles Antioqueños, packed with smoky notes and aromatic spices. Enjoy this comforting dish with rice, plantains, and avocado for a complete Colombian-inspired meal.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

75 minutes

Calories

550

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£1.50

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Dinner

Cuisine:

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Dietary:

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Ingredients

Servings

1poundDried Red Kidney Beans(Soaked overnight, drained, and rinsed.)

£1.20

8cupsVegetable Broth(Low sodium preferred.)

£0.90

2teaspoonsSmoked Paprika(Adds a smoky flavor, key to the recipe.)

£0.25

1teaspoonGround Cumin

£0.15

1teaspoonDried Oregano

£0.10

1leafBay Leaf(Remove before serving.)

£0.05

1mediumOnion(Diced.)

£0.30

0.5mediumGreen Bell Pepper(Diced.)

£0.40

3clovesGarlic(Minced.)

£0.15

2tablespoonsTomato Paste

£0.20

4ozVegan Chorizo (Optional)(Diced, for extra flavor and protein. Brands like Gardein or Tofurky work well.)

£2.00

1teaspoonSalt(Or to taste.)

£0.05

0.5teaspoonBlack Pepper(Or to taste.)

£0.10

2tablespoonsVegetable Oil(For sautéing.)

£0.15

Total Cost

£6.00

£1.50 per serving

The Method

1
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and bell pepper and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
2
Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
3
Stir in the tomato paste, smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to bloom the spices.
4
If using vegan chorizo, add it to the pot and cook for 3-5 minutes, until lightly browned.
5
Add the soaked and drained red kidney beans and vegetable broth to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, add the bay leaf, and simmer for 45-60 minutes, or until the beans are tender and creamy. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
6
Remove the bay leaf. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
7
If you prefer a thicker consistency, you can mash some of the beans with a fork or potato masher and stir them back into the pot.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (350g)

550 kcal / 2301 kJ

Carbs

75g

29% of RDA

Fat

18g

26% of RDA

Protein

32g

64% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

25 g

83% of RDA

Sugar

5 g

6% of RDA

Sodium

850 mg

37% of RDA

Saturated Fat

3 g

15% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, use homemade vegetable broth or add a vegan bouillon cube.

Adjust the amount of smoked paprika to your preference. Start with less and add more to taste.

Soaking the beans overnight is important for reducing cooking time and improving digestibility.

Serve with white rice, avocado slices, fried plantains (plátanos maduros), and arepas for a traditional Colombian meal.

These beans taste even better the next day, so they're perfect for meal prepping.

Cooking Equipment

Large Pot or Dutch Oven

Stove

Wine Pairings

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Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, use homemade vegetable broth or add a vegan bouillon cube.

Adjust the amount of smoked paprika to your preference. Start with less and add more to taste.

Soaking the beans overnight is important for reducing cooking time and improving digestibility.

Serve with white rice, avocado slices, fried plantains (plátanos maduros), and arepas for a traditional Colombian meal.

These beans taste even better the next day, so they're perfect for meal prepping.

Vegan Frijoles Antioqueños (Colombian Red Beans)

Ingredients

The Method