Mexican-Style Pinto Beans

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These Mexican-style beans get infused with flavor as they simmer alongside jalapeno, chili powder, and cumin.

Submitted by Justin Fassio

Updated on January 24, 2023

pinto beans with jalapeno slices in bowl

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

4 hrs 5 mins

Total Time:

4 hrs 20 mins

Servings:

8

Yield:

8 servings

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Ingredients

1 pound dried pinto beans, rinsed
water to cover
1 (32 ounce) container whole peeled tomatoes with juice
1 red onion, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon chili powder, or to taste
1 tablespoon ground cumin, or to taste
1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder, or to taste
½ bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Directions

Place pinto beans in a large pot and pour in enough water to cover by 2 inches. Add tomatoes with juice, onion, jalapeno pepper, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 3 hours.
Stir in cilantro, salt, and pepper. Continue to simmer until beans are soft, about 1 more hour. Taste the liquid and add more of any of the spices you feel will make it taste better.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

231	Calories
1g	Fat
43g	Carbs
14g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 231
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1g	2%
Saturated Fat 0g	1%
Sodium 206mg	9%
Total Carbohydrate 43g	16%
Dietary Fiber 11g	39%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 14g	27%
Vitamin C 18mg	20%
Calcium 119mg	9%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 1085mg	23%

* 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.

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