🍲 Mexican Frijoles Recipe 🍲
Preparation Time: 5 minutes 🕒
Cooking Time: 4 hours 🕓
Total Time: 4 hours and 5 minutes 🕓
Description: I stumbled upon this delightful Frijoles recipe back in September 2006, and it has been a staple ever since. These beans shine on their own, but for a lighter twist, I opted for Smoked Pork Bones instead of regular meat. The result is a flavorful dish that pairs perfectly with any Mexican entree and a side of rice.
Category: Beans 🌱
Keywords: Vegetable, Mexican, Weeknight, Easy 🌮
Ingredients:
- 2 cups dry pinto beans 🍛
- Water 💧
- 1/2 onion, finely chopped 🧅
- 1 garlic clove, minced 🧄
- 2 teaspoons red chili powder 🌶️
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin 🍃
- 1 teaspoon oregano 🌿
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 94.1
- Fat: 1.6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 182mg
- Carbohydrates: 18.1g
- Fiber: 1.4g
- Sugar: 1.8g
- Protein: 6.4g
Servings: 4 🍽️
Instructions:
- Add salt to taste: If you’ve opted for Smoked Pork Bones or any other substitute instead of Salt Pork, consider adding salt to taste (optional).
- Soak beans: Begin by soaking the dry pinto beans in water overnight. This step ensures the beans achieve the perfect texture and absorb all the flavorful goodness.
- Prepare the simmering mixture: In a large pot, combine the soaked beans, salt pork (or substitute), finely chopped onion, minced garlic, red chili powder, ground cumin, and oregano.
- Simmer on low heat: Allow the mixture to simmer on low heat for at least 4 hours or until the water is absorbed, and the concoction becomes thick and rich.
This Frijoles recipe is a celebration of Mexican flavors, offering a balance of spice and warmth. The overnight soaking of beans enhances their tenderness, while the slow simmering infuses every bite with a symphony of tastes. Whether served as a standalone dish or alongside your favorite Mexican entree, these beans are sure to transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Mexico. Enjoy the rich cultural experience through this simple yet authentic recipe! 🇲🇽🍲
