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    Home » Beans and Legumes » Hawaiian Style Beans with Bacon and Pineapple

    Hawaiian Style Beans with Bacon and Pineapple

    Published: Jun 23, 2013 · Modified: May 30, 2024 by Linda Baker · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Looking for the ultimate potluck or BBQ side dish? This recipe for Hawaiian-style beans with Bacon and Pineapple is a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors, all wrapped up in a dish that's super easy to make. I love the combination of pineapple, green pepper, and bacon, along with the sweetness of the sugar and the bite of Worcestershire sauce. Give it a try and watch it become the star of the table!

    A mini fry pan holding Hawaiian Beans with Aloha Ribs on the side.

    The Hawaiian Beans Inspiration and Story

    I love baked beans of all kinds and often bring them to a potluck or serve them at the BBQ. Whether it be Texas-style ranch Beans or my low-fat Mexican Bean Salad, beans are always well received. and this recipe, slightly modified from one given to me by my good friends from Hawaii is one that always gets good reviews.

    Why Make this Recipe for Hawaiian Beans?

    • Effortless Preparation: This recipe is incredibly easy to put together. With simple steps and minimal prep work, you'll have a delicious dish ready in no time.
    • Versatile Cooking Methods: You can cook these beans in a slow cooker for hands-off convenience, bake them in the oven, or simmer them on the stovetop.
    • Flavor Explosion: The combination of beans, bacon, pineapple, onion, green pepper, and Worcestershire sauce creates a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors that will make your taste buds dance.
    Jump to:
    • Why Make this Recipe for Hawaiian Beans?
    • Ingredients and Substitutions
    • Step-by-Step Instructions
    • FAQ
    • Storage
    • What to Serve with Hawaiian Beans with Bacon and Pineapple?
    • Hawaiian Style Beans - The Recipe Card

    Ingredients and Substitutions

    A picture of the ingredients for making beans.
    • Thick sliced bacon - preferably applewood smoked.
    • Green pepper - Green bell peppers are more vegetative than sweet, so green is the preferred flavor, but you could substitute red, orange, or yellow.
    • Onion - preferably a sweet Maui onion or Vidalia onion. But any yellow onion will work.
    • Pineapple - crushed canned or finely minced fresh.
    • Canned pork and beans - nothing fancy here. Just plain beans cooked in tomato sauce. Don't get a flavored canned bean such as maple or brown sugar as the added flavors will alter the recipe.
    • Ketchup, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce.

    This recipe can easily be doubled. See the recipe card for amounts.

    A large white bowl containing brown Hawaii beans with Pineapple.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    Finely diced bacon on a cutting board.

    Finely dice the bacon.

    Fat being rendered from bacon in a large skillet.

    Slowly brown the bacon, over medium-low heat (it is more important to render the fat from the bacon than to quickly brown it, so low and slow is the way to go).

    Finely diced green pepper on a cutting board.

    While the bacon renders its fat and browns, finely dice the green pepper.

    Sweet onions finely diced on a cutting board.

    And the onion.

    Bacon, green peppers, onions, being sauteed in a Mulit-Function cooker.

    Once the bacon has rendered its fat, there should be 1 to 1 ½ tablespoons of bacon fat. If not, either add some oil or if you are like me, some bacon fat from the refrigerator. Then, still over medium-low heat, add the onions and bell pepper to the pan, and saute until soft.

    Pineapple being added to the Hawaiian Beans mix.

    Stir in the beans and partially drained crushed pineapple. Stir well.

    Ketchup, brown sugar, and spices being added to the beans.

    Add the remaining ingredients, ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce.

    Hawaiian beans being cooked.

    Transfer your beans (if necessary) to whichever cooking method you choose.

    • If cooking in a Multi-Purpose Cooker: Set to slow-cook low for 3 hours or high for 1 hour.
    • If cooking in the oven, heat the oven to 300ºF (149ºC) and cook, covered, for 1 hour.
    • If cooking in a CrockPot: Transfer the ingredients to the crockpot and cook low, for 3 hours, or high for 1 hour.

    FAQ

    Why a green bell pepper? What about another color?


    Using a green bell pepper in Hawaiian Beans with Pineapple adds a fresh, slightly bitter flavor that balances the sweetness of the pineapple and the richness of the bacon. Green bell peppers also provide a vibrant color contrast.
    Using another color, like red, yellow, or orange, would make the dish sweeter and add a different visual appeal. It might reduce the balance of flavors that the green pepper offers.

    Are beans healthy?

    Yes, beans are very healthy! Here are some reasons why:
    High in Protein: Beans are a great plant-based protein source, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
    Rich in Fiber: They are high in dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels, and keeps you feeling full longer.
    Low in Fat: Beans are naturally low in fat, making them a heart-healthy option.
    Packed with Nutrients: They provide essential vitamins and minerals, such as iron, magnesium, and folate, which support overall health.
    Antioxidants: Beans contain antioxidants that help fight inflammation and protect against chronic diseases.

    Can this recipe be made in advance?

    Yes. It's great when made a few days in advance allowing the flavors to fully blend together. Simply reheat prior to serving.

    Can this recipe for Hawaiin Beans be made without bacon or other meat?


    If making this recipe without bacon, I recommend adding a few drops of liquid smoke to give it the smoky quality that bacon would provide. Otherwise, omitting the bacon is perfectly fine.

    Aloha, beans with short ribs on a plate.

    Storage

    1. Cool Completely: Allow the beans to cool to room temperature before storing them.
    2. Airtight Container: Transfer the beans to an airtight container to maintain freshness.
    3. Refrigerate: Store the container in the refrigerator. Leftover beans will keep for up to 3-4 days.
    4. Freezing Option: For longer storage, you can freeze the beans. Place them in a freezer-safe container or resealable plastic bag. They will keep for up to 2-3 months.
    5. Reheat Properly: When ready to eat, reheat the beans on the stovetop over medium heat or in the microwave until heated through. If frozen, thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.

    This post was first published in June 2013. It was modified and updated May 2024.

    What to Serve with Hawaiian Beans with Bacon and Pineapple?

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    A plate with pineapple, ribs, and Hawaiian beans.

    Hawaiian Style Beans - The Recipe Card

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    his recipe for Hawaiian-style beans with Bacon and Pineapple is a delightful blend of sweet and spicy flavors, all wrapped up in a dish that's super easy to make. 
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 1 hour hr
    Total Time 1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
    Course Other sides
    Cuisine American
    Servings 10
    Calories 182 kcal
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    Ingredients
      

    • 6 slices applewood bacon diced
    • 1 cup green pepper diced fine
    • 1 cup sweet onion diced
    • 1 6-ounce can crushed pineapple, drained (or an equal amount fresh pineapple finely diced)
    • ¾ cup ketchup
    • ½ cup brown sugar
    • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
    • 2 14.5 ounce cans pork and beans in tomato sauce, slightly drained or 1 large 28 ounce can

    Instructions
     

    • Place the bacon pieces in a skillet or your Multi-Purpose cooker set to sauté. Over a medium-low heat, cook, stirring, until the bacon renders its fat and has brown edges. (It doesn't need to be crispy).
      Remove or add fat to the pan to have about 1 ½ tablespoons of fat (bacon grease is best, but oil is a fine substitute).
      Saute the pepper and onion for about 5 minutes, or until softened.
      Add the beans and the pineapple, stir well.
      Add the pineapple, ketchup, brown sugar, and Worcestershire, mix well.
      If cooking in the oven: Pour into a casserole dish, cover with foil, and bake at 300 degrees for about an hour.
      If cooking in your Multi-Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 3 hours, or high for 1 hour.
      If using a CrockPot or Slow-Cooker: Pour the ingredients into the cooker, cover and cook, 3 hours on low or 1 hour on high.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 servingCalories: 182kcalCarbohydrates: 33gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 656mg
    Keyword baked beans side dish, crockpot baked beans, sweet baked beans
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