Irma'S Pinto Beans And Smoked Ham Shanks Recipe

Name: Irma'S Pinto Beans And Smoked Ham Shanks
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pinto beans; 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 onions, coursely chopped; 3 stalks celery, chopped; 1/2 lb baby carrots, quartered lengthwise; 4 jalapenos, whole; 4 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon oregano, crushed; 2 teaspoons freshly ground cumin seeds; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 smoked ham, shanks (like ham hocks but less fat-more meat); 2 quarts vegetable stock; 3 cups cooked basmati rice

Servings: persons

1 lb pinto beans
2 -3 tablespoons olive oil
2 onions, coursely chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
1/2 lb baby carrots, quartered lengthwise
4 jalapenos, whole
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon oregano, crushed
2 teaspoons freshly ground cumin seeds
1 teaspoon dried thyme
2 smoked ham, shanks (like ham hocks but less fat-more meat)
2 quarts vegetable stock
3 cups cooked basmati rice

1
Sort and wash Beans.
2
cover with water (they will double in bulk.) Cover the pot and let soak overnight in frig.
3
In the morning bring the Stock to a boil on the stovetop.
4
Drain and rinse the Beans.
5
Meanwhile, Char the Jalapenos to remove the skins.
6
Pierce the stim end with a bamboo skewer to use as a handle.
7
Hold over a gas flame or use a propane tourch.
8
Remove the stem, quarter, remove the seeds and vains.
9
Finely mince.
10
Saute all of the vegetables'til tender.
11
Place all ingredients in crock pot and top off with boiling Stock.
12
Stir.
13
Cover, cook on low 8-10 hours.
14
Remove Ham Shanks, trim skin and fat, debone and cut meat into bite-sized pieces. Return to pot and mix well.
15
Serve on a bed of cooked rice, topped with Creme Fraiche or Sour Cream and fresh chopped Cilantro.

1250

kcal

Calories

Fat

155

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb pinto beans, 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil, 2 onions, coursely chopped, 3 stalks celery, chopped, and more.

Yes, Irma'S Pinto Beans And Smoked Ham Shanks falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Irma'S Pinto Beans And Smoked Ham Shanks

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