Mexican Pork and Beans Recipe

Name: Mexican Pork and Beans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ounces Mexican chorizo (about 2 links); Canola oil, for greasing pan; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1/2 jalapeno, minced; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; Two 15.5-ounce cans black beans; Juice of 1/2 lime; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

1
Begin by removing the chorizo from their casings.
2
Set a medium saucepan over medium heat and coat with a little canola oil.
3
Add the chorizo and use a spoon to break up the pieces into smaller chunks.
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Add the garlic and jalapeno.
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Allow the chorizo to cook and render for 4 to 5 minutes.
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When the oil is fragrant and red from the chorizo spices, add the cumin and black beans (including the liquid from one of the cans).
7
Add 1/2 cup water, bring to a simmer and cook for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to come together.
8
Add the lime juice and season with salt and pepper.
9
Serve the beans in a large bowl garnished with crumbled Cotija cheese and chopped cilantro.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ounces Mexican chorizo (about 2 links), Canola oil, for greasing pan, 1 clove garlic, minced, 1/2 jalapeno, minced, and more.

Yes, Mexican Pork and Beans falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Mexican Pork and Beans

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