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dinner · vegetarian · gluten-free

Frijoles de olla

Simple pot beans simmered with onion, garlic and epazote until creamy, with a rich broth.

Time
150min
Steps
4
Frijoles de olla, photographed from above

Ingredients

6 servings

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Allergens

Contains milk.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Cover beans with water by 7.5 cm; add onion, garlic, epazote and oil.

    2. 2

      Simmer gently, partly covered, 1.5–2.5 hours until creamy, topping up with hot water.

    3. 3

      Add salt in the last 30 minutes.

    4. 4

      Serve in bowls with broth and toppings.

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