Borracho Beans (Frijoles Borrachos)
Tender and creamy Borracho Beans (or Frijoles Borrachos)
Ingredients
- 1 lb. dried pinto beans
- 4 oz bacon or salt pork chopped
- 1 whole jalapeño
- 1 medium white or yellow onion quartered
- 1 head garlic
- 1 can light beer
- 4 roma tomatoes quartered
- 1/2 bunch cilantro
- 10 cups water
Instructions
- In a wide 6-to 7-quart heavy pot, add all ingredients together.
- Bring to boil, reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2-2 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beans are tender.
Notes
This recipe is great to make in bulk and freeze.
Best pot of beans I’ve ever made. The only change I made was to use a Mexican beer to keep it authentic! (Corona)