Frijoles de la Olla
Experience the rustic charm and heartwarming flavor of **Frijoles de la Olla**, a traditional Mexican dish of simply cooked pinto beans simmered to perfection in a savory broth. This recipe highlights nature's bounty with minimal ingredients—dried pinto beans, fragrant garlic cloves, sweet white onion, and optional epazote for an authentic touch—all cooked low and slow to enhance their earthy richness. Perfect as a side dish or a versatile base for countless Mexican meals, these tender beans capture the essence of comfort food in every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a handful of pantry staples, Frijoles de la Olla is an easy yet flavorful addition to your repertoire. Pair it with fresh tortillas or rice, and savor the simplicity of this timeless classic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups dried pinto beans
- 8 cups water
- 0.5 medium, chopped white onion
- 2 whole garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons, fresh (optional) epazote leaves
- 1 tablespoon salt
Instructions
Rinse the dried pinto beans thoroughly under cold water to remove any dirt or impurities. Ensure you check for and remove any small stones or debris.
In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the rinsed beans with 8 cups of water.
Add the chopped onion and whole garlic cloves to the pot.
Place the pot over medium-high heat and bring the contents to a simmer.
Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot with a lid slightly ajar to allow some steam to escape, and cook the beans gently over low heat.
Stir the beans occasionally to prevent them from sticking to the bottom of the pot, adding more water if necessary to keep the beans submerged.
After about 1.5 hours, check the beans for tenderness. If they are nearing your desired texture, add salt and epazote (if using) and continue to simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
Once the beans are fully cooked and tender, remove from heat.
Discard the garlic cloves and serve the beans in their delicious broth. Enjoy your Frijoles de la Olla as a side dish or as a base for other meals.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.4 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 7978 mg | 347% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.2 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 33.3 g | 119% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 1663 mg | 35% | |
*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.
