Frijoles Charros

Name: Frijoles Charros
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 6 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces; 6 oz Mexican chorizo (fresh, casing removed); 1 white onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 jalapenos, seeded, diced; 4 roma tomatoes, diced; 2 cans pinto beans (15 oz), drained, rinsed; 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp dried Mexican oregano (or regular); 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Smoky cowboy-style pinto beans simmered with bacon, chorizo, tomatoes, and jalapenos in a rich, brothy pot. A hearty Mexican side dish that doubles as a filling soup.

50 minEasyServes 6290 cal/serving

MexicanSideStovetopHigh ProteinHigh FiberGluten-FreeEgg-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

6 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces
6 oz Mexican chorizo (fresh, casing removed)
1 white onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 jalapenos, seeded, diced
4 roma tomatoes, diced
2 cans pinto beans (15 oz), drained, rinsed
2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp dried Mexican oregano (or regular)
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

Instructions

1

In a large pot over medium heat, cook 6 cut into 1-inch pieces bacon strips until fat renders, about 5 minutes. Add 6 oz Mexican chorizo (fresh, casing removed) and break it up. Cook until browned, about 4 minutes.
2

Add 1 diced white onion and 2 seeded, diced jalapenos. Cook until softened, about 4 minutes. Add 4 minced garlic cloves and cook 1 minute more.
3

Add 4 diced roma tomatoes and stir, scraping up browned bits. Cook 3 minutes until tomatoes soften.
4

Add 2 cans drained, rinsed pinto beans (15 oz), 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp dried Mexican oregano (or regular). Stir to combine.
5

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes until broth thickens and flavors meld.
6

Taste and season with 1/2 tsp kosher salt as needed. Stir in half the 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and serve garnished with the remaining cilantro.

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What is Frijoles Charros?

Smoky cowboy-style pinto beans simmered with bacon, chorizo, tomatoes, and jalapenos in a rich, brothy pot. A hearty Mexican side dish that doubles as a filling soup. This reference files it under Mexican side: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 50 minutes start to finish.

Is there a substitute for Mexican oregano in Frijoles Charros?

The entry for Frijoles Charros calls for 1/2 tsp dried Mexican oregano (or regular). In its place: Mediterranean oregano works at slightly less volume; a pinch of ground coriander brings back some of the citrus note.

Can I use turkey bacon instead of bacon in Frijoles Charros?

Yes. Turkey bacon renders almost no fat, so add a tablespoon of oil wherever the method counts on the drippings. As written, the entry for Frijoles Charros uses 6 bacon strips, cut into 1-inch pieces.

Can I make Frijoles Charros less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Frijoles Charros comes from 2 jalapenos, seeded, diced. For a milder plate, remove the seeds and ribs from the jalapenos, or use half; nothing else in the method changes.

How do I store and reheat Frijoles Charros?

Refrigerate what is left of Frijoles Charros within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

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