Pinto Bean Quick Chalupas Recipe

Name: Pinto Bean Quick Chalupas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pinto beans (or other bean of choice); 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 cup onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon dried cilantro; 1/4 teaspoon cumin; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon cajun seasoning; 4 slices bacon, uncooked and chopped; 2 beef bouillon cubes; 1 (15 ounce) bag corn chips (such as Fritos); Suggested Toppings; tomatoes, diced; lettuce; guacamole; sour cream; shredded cheese; salsa

Servings: persons

1 lb pinto beans (or other bean of choice)
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon cajun seasoning
4 slices bacon, uncooked and chopped
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 (15 ounce) bag corn chips (such as Fritos)
Suggested Toppings
tomatoes, diced
lettuce
guacamole
sour cream
shredded cheese
salsa

1
In a large bowl, put pinto beans and baking soda. Cover with water until water level is at least 2-3 inches higher than the beans. Let soak overnight.
2
Drain and rinse beans. Place in crockpot and cover with water such that the water level is about 1 inch higher than the beans.
3
Add onion, cilantro, cumin, garlic, Cajun seasoning, bacon, and boullion to crockpot.
4
Cover crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
5
Before serving, place approximately 1 cup of corn chips for each serving desired in an oven safe container and warm for about 5 minutes in the oven at 350 degrees.
6
Serve beans over warm corn chips and top with desired toppings.

480

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb pinto beans (or other bean of choice), 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 cup onion, chopped, 1 teaspoon dried cilantro, and more.

Yes, Pinto Bean Quick Chalupas 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.

Pinto Bean Quick Chalupas

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