Authentic Charro Beans Recipe

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Authentic Charro Beans Recipe

This authentic Mexican charro beans recipe brings all the smoky, savory flavors of a Mexican cantina right to your kitchen. The tender pinto beans simmered with bacon, jalapeños, and fresh cilantro are exactly what you need for your next taco night!

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Ingredients

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  • 8 ounces Bacon diced, uncooked
  • ½ white onion diced
  • 3 jalapeños finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 pinto beans 15 ounce cans, drained

Instructions

  1. Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked.
  2. Add onion, jalapeno, and spices. Continue cooking for about 5 minutes or until the onion is soft and tender.
  3. Add water and pinto beans.
  4. Allow the beans to cook for 20 minutes or medium heat.
  5. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • These beans actually get better on day 2 or 3 as the flavors deepen - perfect for meal prep.
  • The secret ingredient is a dash of apple cider vinegar added at the end, which brightens all the flavors.
  • Save some of the bean cooking liquid when storing leftovers - the beans will continue to absorb liquid in the fridge.
  • For extra depth, try adding a charred jalapeño instead of fresh - it adds a subtle smokiness that works perfectly with the bacon.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 8kcal (0%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 0.3g (1%) Fat 0.2g (0%) Saturated Fat 0.02g (0%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.05g (0%) Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g (1%) Sodium 3mg (0%) Potassium 44mg (1%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 244IU (5%) Vitamin C 9mg (10%) Calcium 8mg (1%) Iron 0.3mg (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 8 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 8kcal 0%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 0.3g 1%
Fat 0.2g 0%
Saturated Fat 0.02g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.05g 0%
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Sodium 3mg 0%
Potassium 44mg 1%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 1g 2%
Vitamin A 244IU 5%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 8mg 1%
Iron 0.3mg 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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