Chipotle Pinto Beans
Transform your meals with the bold, smoky flavors of Chipotle Pinto Beans! This hearty, protein-packed dish features tender pinto beans simmered in a rich broth infused with chipotle peppers, aromatic garlic, and warm spices like cumin and oregano. The fresh squeeze of lime juice and the hint of cilantro at the end bring a zesty brightness to balance the deep, savory flavors. Perfect as a side dish, taco filling, or the star of a burrito bowl, this recipe is both versatile and satisfying. With its wholesome ingredients and slow-cooked goodness, Chipotle Pinto Beans are a flavorful, crowd-pleasing addition to your table, ready to impress in just a few simple steps.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried pinto beans
- 8 cups water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced white onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 whole bay leaf
- 4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
Rinse the pinto beans under cool water to clean any debris, then place them in a large bowl and add enough water to cover the beans by about 2 inches. Let them soak for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Drain and rinse the soaked beans. Set aside.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the chipotle peppers, ground cumin, and oregano, allowing the spices to blend with the onions and garlic, cooking for another minute.
Add the drained pinto beans to the pot along with the bay leaf, vegetable broth, and 4 cups of water. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer the beans for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beans are tender. Stir occasionally and add more water if the beans become too dry during cooking.
Once the beans are tender, stir in the salt, black pepper, and lime juice to garnish the dish with a fresh, zesty flavor.
Add chopped cilantro just before serving. Adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve the chipotle pinto beans warm as a flavorful side dish or an addition to burritos, tacos, or bowls.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1235 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 40.4 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5761 mg | 250% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.2 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.9 g | 171% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.1 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 513 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 3711 mg | 79% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
