Asian-Style Spicy Baked Beans

Ingredients

• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup diced onion
• 1/2 cup diced bell pepper
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the beans, onion, and bell pepper.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, soy sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, garlic powder, ginger, chili powder, and black pepper.
4. Pour the sauce over the bean mixture and stir to combine.
5. Transfer the mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish.
6. Bake for 40 minutes, stirring halfway through.
7. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is a great way to use up canned beans.
• It can be served as a side dish or as a main course over rice.
• This dish can be easily adapted to fit different dietary needs, such as vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.