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Frijoles charros

Cowboy beans: pintos simmered with bacon, chorizo, tomato, onion and jalapeño in a rich broth for carne asada day.

Time
120min
Steps
5
Frijoles charros, photographed from above

Ingredients

8 servings

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Allergens

None of the major allergens appear in the ingredient names.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Simmer beans with onion and garlic until tender, 1.5 hours; keep the broth.

    2. 2

      Render bacon and chorizo until crisp and the chorizo is cooked through to 71°C (160°F).

    3. 3

      Add onion, jalapeños and tomatoes and cook until soft.

    4. 4

      Add to the beans with ham and simmer 20 minutes.

    5. 5

      Season and stir in cilantro.

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