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Instructions
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Soak the beans: Place dry pinto beans in a large bowl and cover with water. Soak overnight or use the quick soak method (bring beans to a boil, remove from heat, cover, and let sit for 1 hour). Drain and rinse.
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Cook the aromatics: Heat 1 teaspoon of salt and the diced onion in a large pot with a little olive oil over medium heat for 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 5 minutes.
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Simmer the beans: Add the soaked beans, oregano, cumin, dried ancho chile, and 8 cups of water to the pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 45 minutes.
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Adjust seasoning: Add the remaining teaspoon of salt and continue to cook for another 45 minutes or until the beans are tender. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Soak and Quick-Boil Method 💧Soak beans for 1 hour, then quick-boil for 2 minutes before draining to reduce cooking time by 30% and minimize digestive discomfort while keeping beans intact.
- Toast Dried Chiles First 🌶️Lightly toast your dried ancho chiles in a dry skillet for 30 seconds before soaking to unlock deeper, more complex flavors and intensify their natural smokiness.
- Bloom Your Spices in Fat 🧈Sauté cumin and oregano in a bit of oil before adding beans to release their essential oils and create a more aromatic, layered flavor foundation for your broth.
- Salt Late, Not Early ⏰Add salt only in the final 15 minutes of cooking to prevent the beans' skins from toughening and keep them creamy while maximizing seasoning absorption.
- Save the Cooking Liquid Gold 🏆Reserve the starchy bean cooking water to adjust broth consistency and create a naturally silky, emulsified sauce that coats the beans beautifully.
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Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Low Carb
High Protein
Low-Cholesterol
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