Dear Readers, I am excited to share this recipe with you, for those whose never try Lima beans before let me introduce you to this amazing ingredient, Lima Beans a.k.a “Pallares” is a bean originary from the Peruvia Region, the flavor is kind of bitter but a slight of sweetness, its also really starchy and creamy.

Remember some of the tools/ingredients I use will be at the bottom of the post

Picante de Pallares | Servings: 4

Ingredients :

  • 3 Cups of fresh Lima Beans
  • 1 Onion Diced
  • 3 Garlic Cloves
  • 1 cup of diced fresh cheese
  • 1/2 cup of Evaporated Milk
  • 1 Tablespoon of “Aji Amarillo Paste”
  • 1 Teaspoon of “Huacatay Paste”
  • Salt , Pepper & Oregano
  • 3 Cups of water

Steps :

  • In a pot add water, Lima beans and a pinch of salt , let it cook for 10 min with a lid on or until tender , reserve
  • In a pan add some oil , onions , garlic , Aji Amarillo paste , Huacatay and let it cook until tender

  • Once cooked add , Lima beans, milk and let it reduce , let the beans absorb the juices.

  • Turn off and add cheese and seasoning

That is it guys , a tasty Lima Beans stew, This dish is rich on flavors, it has touch of spiciness, touch of sweet, touch of bitter and some saltiness , just perfect and I love it! , try it out you wont regret it!

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