Pinto Bean Soup Recipe

Name: Pinto Bean Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound of beans; 2 cloves of peeled garlic; 1 white onion (1/2 whole, 1/2 chopped); 2 chopped tomatoes; 3 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro; Salt; Water; 1 teaspoon of powdered chicken broth; 1 sliced serrano or jalapeno pepper; 5 ounces of bacon cut into small pieces; 5 ounces of chorizo

Servings: persons

1
Leave a pot of beans covered in water overnight.
2
The following day replace the water - adding a sufficient amount to begin cooking.
3
As the water reaches its boiling point, add the 1/2 onion and garlic cloves.
4
Cook until done, then add salt according to taste.
5
In a frying pan with a small amount of cooking oil, fry the bacon and chorizo for about 4-5 minutes.
6
Add the chopped onion, the chilli pepper and tomato and continue to fry.
7
Add the fried ingredients to the pot of beans.
8
Once the mixture is brought to boil, add the cilantro, pork rinds and sausages. Season with salt and powdered chicken broth.
9
Serve.

369

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound of beans, 2 cloves of peeled garlic, 1 white onion (1/2 whole, 1/2 chopped), 2 chopped tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Pinto Bean Soup falls under the Soups & Stews 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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Pinto Bean Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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