Mexican Charro Beans
A hearty and flavorful Mexican side dish featuring pinto beans simmered with bacon, jalapeños, and spices.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 0.5 pound Bacon diced
- 1 medium Onion chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 2 Jalapeños seeded and minced (or more to taste)
- 1 can Diced Tomatoes 14.5 ounce, undrained
- 4 cups Chicken Broth
- 2 cans Pinto Beans 15 ounce each, rinsed and drained
- 1 teaspoon Cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Oregano dried
- Salt to taste
- Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon fat in the pot.
- Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Add the minced garlic and jalapeños and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken broth, rinsed and drained pinto beans, cumin, chili powder, and oregano.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beans are tender and the flavors have melded.
- Stir in most of the cooked bacon (reserving some for garnish). Season with salt and black pepper to taste. If the beans are too thick, you can add a little more broth or water.
- Serve hot, garnished with the reserved bacon.
Notes
These charro beans are a perfect accompaniment to tacos, burritos, or grilled meats. For a spicier kick, leave some of the jalapeño seeds in.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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