Vegan Baked Beans

INGREDIENTS

• 1/2 onion, finely diced
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon of coconut sugar (or use molasses or brown sugar)
• 1 teaspoon of shoyu soy sauce or tamari
• 1 1/2 cup of cooked beans (the equivalent of one can)
• 1/2 cup passata (plain tomato sauce)
• 1/2 teaspoon liquid smoke (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon vegan Worcestershire sauce (optional)

PROCEDURE​

1. Add one tablespoon of water to a pan on medium-high heat. Add the onions and garlic until softened and translucent, this will take about 5 minutes.
2. Add tomato paste, smoked paprika, oregano, coconut sugar, and soy sauce and cook for another 2 minutes.
3. Add the drained beans and the tomato paste and cook until well-thickened, at least 5 minutes. You can also add liquid smoke or Worcestershire sauce to add a deeper, more robust flavor.

NUTRITION
Makes 4 Servings
​Calories: 131 | Carbs: 25 g | Fat: 1 g | Protein: 7 g | Sodium: 187 mg | Sugar: 3 g