Description
This vegan-friendly Homemade 3 Bean Stovetop Vegan Baked Beans recipe is sweet, smoky, and tangy with kidney beans, great northern beans, and butter beans—all made on the stovetop in under 30 minutes. Perfect for cookouts or weeknight dinners!
Ingredients
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) great northern beans, drained and rinsed
1 can (15 oz) butter beans, drained and rinse
1/2 green bell pepper, diced (about 1 cup)
1/2 large sweet yellow onion, diced (about 1 1/2 cup diced)
1-2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2-1 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/3 cup coconut sugar
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/2 cup ketchup
1/3 cup vegan BBQ sauce (preferably low sugar)
1/4 cup liquid aminos (or gluten-free soy sauce)
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
water (for a thinner consistency, if desired)
Instructions
In a large pot over medium heat, add the olive oil. Sauté the diced green pepper and onion for 5-7 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt and black pepper. Cook for about 1 minute to bloom the spices.
- Add the coconut sugar, maple syrup, ketchup, BBQ sauce, liquid aminos, and apple cider vinegar. Stir until everything is well combined.
- Add the drained beans to the pot and gently fold them into the sauce mixture. Reduce the heat to low and let the beans simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add water as needed for desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed, then serve warm.
Notes
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- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: sides
- Cuisine: American
