Pappasito’s Cantina Frijoles a la Charra
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Pappasito’s Cantina Frijoles a la Charra
Description
Pappasito’s Cantina Frijoles a la Charra is a warm, savory dish centered around pinto beans and bacon. The recipe begins by soaking the beans overnight, which softens them for slow cooking. Cooking bacon cubes first brings out smoky, rich fat that flavors the dish. Onions, garlic, and cilantro are sautéed in the bacon drippings to build a fragrant base. Then, the beans join the pot with spices such as cumin and chili powder, simmering slowly in cold water until tender, about an hour. Adding chopped Roma tomatoes near the end brightens the flavors and gives a chunky texture to the stew. The final dish is a satisfying bean stew with a balance of smoky, herbal, and earthy notes enhanced by fresh cilantro garnish.
The recipe calls for constant stirring during cooking to avoid burning and to ensure even heat distribution. This dish pairs well with Mexican main courses or can be enjoyed as a hearty side. The use of fresh garlic and herbs helps to keep the flavors vibrant despite the long cooking time.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds pinto beans uncooked
- 1 gallon water cold
- 3/4 pound Bacon cut into 1 inch cubes
- 1/2 cup garlic chopped
- 4 tablespoon cilantro plus more for garnish
- 1 cup white onion chopped
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/2 gallon water cold
- 1 1/2 tablespoons salt
- 2 cups Roma tomato chopped
Instructions
- Soak the beans in 1 gallon of cold water for 8 hours. Drain when ready to use.
- In a large (2-gallon) heavy pot, cook the bacon cubes until well done – the bacon should not be undercooked.
- Add the onions, 1/2 cup of garlic, and cilantro, to the hot bacon and cook until the onions are transparent.
- Add the beans, cumin, and chili powder. Stir well and add 1/2 gallon of cold water. Set heat to medium-low, add the salt, and stir well.
- Cook the beans slowly until they are tender (approximately 1 hour). Stir constantly to avoid burning the bottom of the pan.
- Add the tomatoes, 1 tablespoon of garlic, extra cilantro for garnish, and serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 328 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 328kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 28g | 9% |
| Protein | 14g | 28% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 28mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 1646mg | 69% |
| Potassium | 587mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 465IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 6.9mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 94mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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