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Frijoles Recipe
Frijoles recipe emerged from searching all available recipes and finding none close to real Mexican beans, as the canned versions simply cannot match authentic home preparation methods. This authentic recipe demonstrates how traditional techniques create superior results while the extensive search reflects dedication to genuine Mexican flavors. The disappointment with commercial versions drives the need for authentic preparation that honors traditional Mexican cooking methods.
I searched all of the recipes for frijoles, and none are close to real Mexican beans. The canned ones are only a pale imitation of the real beans simmering all day on the stove. They’re easy to make and inexpensive too. Don’t soak and drain the beans overnight as per American or European bean recipes. Cook them in their own liquid.
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs 5 mins
Total Time:
2 hrs 20 mins
Servings:
12
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Ingredients
1 pound dried pinto beans, washed
1 white onion, chopped
½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1 fresh jalapeño pepper, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons lard
water to cover
salt to taste
Directions
Place beans into a large pot with onion, cilantro, jalapeño pepper, garlic, and lard; add enough water to cover by 4 to 5 inches. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat, and cook for 2 to 3 hours. Depending on the beans, it may take up to 5 hours. Add more water if necessary.
When beans are soft, season to taste with salt.
Cook’s Note
You can use black beans and different chile peppers in this recipe.
You can also refry the beans by melting lard to your taste (the more lard, the tastier) in a heavy skillet. Pour 1/3 of the pot bean mixture into the lard at a time, mashing and incorporating the beans and lard. At the end, you will have refried beans or frijoles refritos.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| 156 | Calories |
| 3g | Fat |
| 25g | Carbs |
| 8g | Protein |
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| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 12 | |
| Calories 156 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 3g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium 202mg | 9% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 6g | 22% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Protein 8g | 17% |
| Vitamin C 4mg | 5% |
| Calcium 50mg | 4% |
| Iron 2mg | 11% |
| Potassium 559mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
