Borracho Beans (Frijoles Borrachos)
Tender and creamy Borracho Beans (or Frijoles Borrachos)
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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 Preferably Mexican beer such as Corona or Dos Equis
- 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.
Nutrition
Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 96mg | Potassium: 742mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 233IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 2mg