Pinto Beans Recipe
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Ingredients
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Dried Pinto Beans and Flavor Base
Finish and Garnish
Method
Rinse and prep (soak optional)
- 1
Rinse beans
Rinse the dried pinto beans under cold running water and pick out any debris.
- 2
Optional soak
If you have time, soak beans overnight in plenty of water to soften them and reduce cooking time. Drain before cooking. If you skip soaking, proceed to the next step.
Aromatics and spices
- 3
- 4
Bloom spices
Add ground cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Cook beans
- 5
- 6
Simmer beans
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Cover partially and cook until beans are tender, about 60-75 minutes if soaked; longer if unsoaked. Stir occasionally and add more water as needed to keep beans submerged.
Finish and serve
- 7
Season
Season with salt and pepper to taste toward the end of cooking.
- 8
Garnish and brighten
Remove the bay leaf. Stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- 9