Description
Discover the warmth and heartiness of Authentic Borracho Beans, a Tex-Mex classic that’s both comforting and satisfying. These beans are slow-cooked to perfection, absorbing rich flavors from the chicken stock, beef broth, and a medley of spices. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, they can be served as a side or main dish. With their nourishing ingredients and simple preparation, these beans promise to impress even the pickiest eaters. Enjoy them with rice, in tacos, or as a hearty dip with tortilla chips. Dive into this delightful recipe and bring the taste of traditional Mexican cuisine to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb dried pinto beans
- 4 cups chicken stock
- 1 bottle beef broth
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 1 medium onion
- 2 jalapeño peppers
- Various herbs and spices (cumin, oregano, cilantro)
Instructions
- Soak pinto beans overnight in water.
- Drain beans and add to a large pot with chicken stock, beef broth, and water.
- Bring to a low simmer for 1½ hours, stirring occasionally.
- In a skillet, cook turkey bacon until crispy; remove excess grease.
- Sauté chopped onion, jalapeños, and garlic in remaining grease until softened.
- Combine sautéed vegetables and turkey bacon with the bean mixture; stir in spices.
- Simmer for another 1½ hours until beans are tender, adding water as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow-cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 15g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 20mg