This hearty Mexican-inspired dish transforms simple dried pinto beans into a luxurious meal through slow simmering with beer and aromatic spices. The addition of crispy bacon provides a savory, smoky depth that pairs beautifully with the mild heat of chipotle peppers and fresh jalapeños. A splash of peppered tequila adds a subtle complexity and brightness that cuts through the richness of the dish. The resulting stew is thick, flavorful, and deeply satisfying, making it an excellent choice for casual weeknight dinners or as a robust side dish for gatherings. ItâÂÂs comfort food with a kick, balancing earthy beans with bright cilantro and tangy tomatoes.
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Description
This hearty Mexican-inspired dish transforms simple dried pinto beans into a luxurious meal through slow simmering with beer and aromatic spices. The addition of crispy bacon provides a savory, smoky depth that pairs beautifully with the mild heat of chipotle peppers and fresh jalapeños. A splash of peppered tequila adds a subtle complexity and brightness that cuts through the richness of the dish. The resulting stew is thick, flavorful, and deeply satisfying, making it an excellent choice for casual weeknight dinners or as a robust side dish for gatherings. ItâÂÂs comfort food with a kick, balancing earthy beans with bright cilantro and tangy tomatoes.Ingredients
Directions
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Rinse the dried pinto beans thoroughly under cold water.
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Place the rinsed beans in a large pot and add the Mexican beer along with enough water to cover the beans by about 3 inches.
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Add the stemmed chipotle peppers, 4 cloves of minced garlic, and cumin seeds to the pot.
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Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
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Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1 1/2 hours until the beans are tender.
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Remove the lid and season the beans with salt to taste.
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While the beans simmer, place the bacon pieces in a large skillet over medium heat and fry until crisp.
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Remove the bacon from the skillet and drain on paper towels, reserving 4 tablespoons of the bacon grease in the pan.
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Discard excess grease if necessary, leaving 4 tablespoons, and add the chopped onion and remaining 2 cloves of minced garlic to the skillet.
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Sauté the onion and garlic in the bacon grease until translucent and fragrant.
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Add the chopped tomatoes and jalapeños to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring constantly until softened.
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Pour the tomato and pepper mixture into the pot with the cooked beans.
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Stir in the fried bacon and peppered tequila.
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Simmer the combined mixture over medium heat for 5-10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Adjust salt to taste and garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 846.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 27.1g42%
- Saturated Fat 8.5g43%
- Cholesterol 26.1mg9%
- Sodium 985mg42%
- Total Carbohydrate 86.8g29%
- Dietary Fiber 26.1g105%
- Sugars 10.0g
- Protein 42.0g84%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
