Texas Pinto Beans

Pinto beans are a staple in Tex-Mex cuisine and are often used in dishes like chili and refried beans.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 140 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Texas Pinto Beans

Cooking Method: Boiling, Simmering Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex Courses: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 120 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 2 hrs 20 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Pinto beans
• 1 medium Onion
• 2 clove Garlic cloves
• 1 pepper Jalapeno pepper
• 1 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 cup Water
• 2 tablespoon Cilantro
• 4 wedge Lime wedges

Instructions

1. Rinse the pinto beans and soak them overnight.
2. In a large pot, add soaked beans, onion, garlic, jalapeno pepper, cumin powder, chili powder, salt, and water.
3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 2 hours or until the beans are tender.
4. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
5. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 5g8%

Total Carbohydrate 40g14%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.