Frijoles Charros Stew Recipe

A hearty and flavorful Mexican bean stew with bacon, chorizo, and fresh vegetables.

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Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 1 hr

Total Time 1 hr 15 mins

Course Main Course

Cuisine Mexican

Servings servings

Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

Large pot
Skillet

Ingredients:

Main Ingredients

2 cups dried pinto beans
6 cups water
4 slices bacon, chopped
0.5 pound chorizo, crumbled
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tomatoes, chopped
1 jalapeño, chopped
0.25 cup cilantro, chopped
Salt to taste

Instructions:

Rinse and soak beans overnight.
Cook beans in water until tender.
In a skillet, cook bacon until crisp. Add chorizo, onion, and garlic. Cook until browned.
Add tomatoes and jalapeño. Cook for a few minutes.
Add mixture to beans. Simmer for 30 minutes.
Stir in cilantro and salt. Serve hot.

Notes:

For a spicier stew, add more jalapeños or use a spicier variety of chorizo.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 12gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 4mg

Keywords:

Keyword Beans, Stew

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