Sweet and Sour Baked Beans
Experience the perfect balance of tangy and sweet with these irresistible Sweet and Sour Baked Beans. This easy-to-make side dish combines tender navy beans with a rich, flavorful sauce made from ketchup, apple cider vinegar, and sweet brown sugar, all elevated by a hint of smoked paprika and garlic powder. Sautéed onions add a delightful depth, while the oven-baked finish ensures a caramelized topping that’s simply irresistible. Ready in just over an hour and ideal for potlucks, family dinners, or BBQ spreads, this classic comfort food pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can stand alone as a hearty vegetarian dish. Packed with bold flavors and simple ingredients, these baked beans are a must-try for lovers of sweet and tangy recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups (or approximately two 15-ounce cans) canned navy beans
- 1 cup ketchup
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons yellow mustard
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Rinse and drain the navy beans if using canned beans. Set them aside.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ketchup, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to form the sweet and sour sauce.
Add the sautéed onions and navy beans to the mixing bowl. Stir until the beans are evenly coated with the sauce.
Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes.
After 45 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes to allow the top to caramelize slightly.
Remove the baked beans from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy it on its own. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
621 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.9 g | 5% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.7 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1383 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 125.8 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.1 g | ||
| Protein | 26.6 g | 53% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 1403 mg | 30% | |
*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.
