Boston Beans served in an artisan ceramic bowl, featuring tender haricot beans in a rich, sticky sauce with smoked pork belly, garnished with fresh herbs. The dish is styled on a rustic wooden table with a wooden spoon, a linen napkin, and a slice of crusty bread, illuminated by soft natural lighting for a warm and comforting presentation.

Slow-Baked Boston Beans with Smoked Pork Belly

Rich, smoky, and comforting! Slow-baked Boston beans with tender smoked pork belly.
Portions:6
Preparation Time: 20 minuten
Cooking Time:5 uur
20 minutes (plus soaking time) / 4-5 hours 12 uur
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Equipment

  • Large bowl (for soaking), Dutch oven or slow cooker, Measuring cups, Spatula

Ingrediënten

  • 500 g Dried navy beans soaked overnight
  • 200 g Smoked pork belly diced
  • 1 Large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • ½ cup Molasses
  • ¼ cup Brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp Dry mustard
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • ½ tsp Salt
  • ¼ tsp Black pepper
  • 6 cups Water or chicken broth

Instructies

  • Soak navy beans overnight in a large bowl with plenty of water.
  • Drain and rinse.
  • Preheat oven to 150°C (300°F) or prepare a slow cooker.
  • In a Dutch oven or slow cooker, combine soaked beans, smoked pork belly, onion, and garlic.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together molasses, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, dry mustard, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the molasses mixture over the beans and pork belly.
  • Add water or chicken broth until beans are covered.
  • For oven baking: Cover and bake for 4-5 hours, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender and sauce is thickened.
  • For slow cooker: Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 4-5 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Serve hot.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Serving Tip:

Serve with cornbread or crusty bread.

Wine Advice:

A robust Zinfandel or a dark beer like a stout.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 450 kcal | Carbohydrates: 60 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 15 g | Fiber: 20 g | Sugar: 25 g | Salt: 1.2 g
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Recipe Category Beans / Comfort Food / Main Dish / Slow cooker
Country American
Holliday: Sunday Dinner
Season: Autumn
Diets Gluten Free / Lactose Free / Nut free / Soy Free
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