Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsFat Willy'sBackfire Beans Recipe

Backfire Beans Recipe

Inspired by Fat Willy's
Time45m
Serves4

Make Backfire Beans Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Spices and Seasonings

Liquid Ingredients

Garnish

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beans

    Rinse the black beans and pinto beans under cold water. Drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Chop Vegetables

    Dice the bell pepper, onion, and garlic cloves finely. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare Tomatoes

    Dice the tomatoes and set them aside.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Sauté Vegetables

    In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté until the onions are translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 5

    Add Beans and Spices

    Add the rinsed black beans and pinto beans to the pot. Stir in the cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  3. 6

    Add Liquid

    Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  4. 7

    Add Tomatoes

    Stir in the diced tomatoes and simmer for an additional 10 minutes.

  5. 8

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the beans and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Serving

  1. 9

    Garnish and Serve

    Serve the Backfire Beans hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.

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