Nice N Spicy Baked Beans
Transform your everyday baked beans into a bold and flavorful dish with this recipe for *Nice N Spicy Baked Beans*. Infused with smoky paprika, zesty jalapeño, and a touch of heat from optional hot sauce, these beans are simmered in a rich tomato-based sauce sweetened with brown sugar and balanced with a tangy kick of apple cider vinegar and Dijon mustard. The dish is oven-baked to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld into an irresistible combination of sweet, spicy, and savory. Perfect as a hearty side dish or a standalone meal with crusty bread, these spicy baked beans are easy to make and sure to impress at any barbecue, potluck, or casual dinner. Ready in just an hour, this recipe is a surefire way to elevate your bean game!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups canned navy beans (drained and rinsed)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (finely chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 large jalapeño (finely chopped)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional, for extra heat)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup water or vegetable broth
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large oven-safe skillet or pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño, cooking for an additional 2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder, stirring to combine with the onions and garlic.
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute to caramelize slightly.
Add the diced tomatoes, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and hot sauce (if using). Stir well to make a thick sauce.
Pour in the water or vegetable broth and season with salt and black pepper. Stir to combine.
Fold the drained and rinsed navy beans into the sauce, ensuring all beans are well coated.
Cover the skillet or pot with a lid or aluminum foil and transfer to the preheated oven.
Bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes to thicken the sauce.
Carefully remove from the oven and let the baked beans rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or with crusty bread for a comforting meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
249 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.6 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.2 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 846 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.6 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.5 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 642 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
