Simple Pinto Beans
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Ditch the canned beans! These easy homemade pinto beans are packed with flavor and can be served as a side dish or in tacos, burritos, and more.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups dried pinto beans
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 8 cups water
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Pour 2 cups dried pinto beans into a large colander, sorting through and discarding any stones or debris. Rinse thoroughly under cold water. Transfer the beans to a large bowl, cover with water (about 2 to 3 inches above the beans), and remove any floating beans. Soak at room temperature for at least 8 hours or overnight. After soaking, drain and rinse the beans.
- Heat a large heavy skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil and allow it to heat for about 30 seconds. Add the diced onion and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
- Stir in 3 cloves minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until the spices become fragrant.
- Add the soaked, drained pinto beans and pour in 8 cups water. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to a low simmer. Cook uncovered for about 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the beans are tender and starting to break apart. Stir occasionally, and if necessary, add more water.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot, garnished with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
Notes
- The beans should be cooked until most of the liquid is absorbed, but you may have some liquid left depending on how much the beans absorb during cooking. If there is excess liquid and you prefer a thicker consistency, you can drain some of the liquid at the end. However, if you like them more brothy, you can serve them as is.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
189kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
31g
(10%)
Protein
11g
(22%)
Fat
2g
(3%)
Saturated Fat
0.4g
(2%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Sodium
91mg
(4%)
Potassium
696mg
(20%)
Fiber
8g
(32%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
62IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
4mg
(4%)
Calcium
67mg
(7%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 189 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 189kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 91mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 696mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 8g | 32% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 62IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 67mg | 7% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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