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Instant Pot Baked Beans

Instant Pot Baked Beans That Wow: Easy, Smoky & Vegetarian

A delicious recipe for Instant Pot Baked Beans that combines smoky flavors and vegetarian ingredients, perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Natural Release Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beans
  • 1 cup Dried Black Beans No soaking required
  • 1 cup Dried Pinto Beans Can substitute with more black beans
For the Cooking
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Can substitute with coconut oil
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can replace with any sweet pepper variety
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Using sweet onion results in milder taste
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Garlic powder can be a substitute
For Flavoring
  • 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper Freshly ground recommended
  • 2 tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup Use maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 tablespoon Mild Molasses Brown sugar can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Ketchup can be used as a substitute
  • 2 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar White vinegar can be an alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce or Soy Sauce Ensure Worcestershire sauce is vegan for vegetarian use

Equipment

  • Instant Pot

Method
 

Steps
  1. Rinse the dried black and pinto beans well under cold water. Place them in the Instant Pot with enough water to cover the beans.
  2. Cook on high pressure for about 30 minutes, then allow a natural release.
  3. Use the sauté function on the Instant Pot. Add olive oil and sauté diced red bell pepper, yellow onion, and minced garlic until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Add the cooked beans back into the pot with your sautéed veggies and stir in smoked paprika, cracked black pepper, honey (or maple syrup), molasses, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
  5. Seal the lid and cook on high pressure for an additional 10 minutes. Use natural release again.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 12gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 220mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Serve with fresh cilantro or a dollop of sour cream for added richness!

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